Top Thrill Dragster at Cedar Point is Shutting Down

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Cedar Point said on Tuesday 6, 2022 that it will be shut down

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Top Thrill Dragster was the tallest roller coaster in the World

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“After 19 seasons in operation with 18 million riders experiencing the world’s first strata coaster, Top Thrill Dragster, as you know it, is being retired,” Tony Clark.

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“However, Cedar Point’s legacy of ride innovation continues. Our team is hard at work, creating a new and reimagined ride experience.”

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On August 15, 2021 the coaster shut down because some flying part came off from the ride's train, which caused a severe injury to women standing in a line.

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In February, Ohio Department of Agriculture found the park did not violate state laws.

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Cedar Point team working to create a "new and reimagined" ride experience and decided to keep it close entire 2022 season

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Thank You

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