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Danica Patrick is the most successful female IndyCar driver, with a win in 2008.
Danica Patrick is an American professional stock car racing driver, model and advertising spokeswoman. She is the most successful woman in the history of American open-wheel racing, being the only woman to win in the IndyCar Series as well as holding the highest finish by a woman at the Indianapolis 500.
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1982</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Danica Patrick is Born</div><div class='timeline-text'>On March 25, 1982, Danica Patrick was born in Beloit, Wisconsin.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>1996</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Begins Racing Career</div><div class='timeline-text'>Danica begins her racing career at the age of 14.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2002</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Moves to England to Compete in Formula Ford Series</div><div class='timeline-text'>Danica moves to England to compete in the Formula Ford Series. She finishes second in the series.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2005</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Female to Lead an IndyCar Race Lap</div><div class='timeline-text'>Danica becomes the first female driver to lead a lap in an IndyCar race.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2008</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Wins First IndyCar Race</div><div class='timeline-text'>Danica wins her first IndyCar race at the Twin Ring Motegi in Japan.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2012</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Competes in Daytona 500 and Indianapolis 500</div><div class='timeline-text'>Danica competes in both the Daytona 500 and Indianapolis 500, becoming the first woman to do so.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date'>2018</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Retires from Racing</div><div class='timeline-text'>Danica retires from racing after competing in her final race at the Indianapolis 500.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>She is a great role model</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Danica Patrick is an inspiration to young women everywhere. She has achieved success in a male dominated sport and is an example of what female empowerment can achieve. Her story is one of hard work, dedication and perseverance in the face of adversity.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>She's an amazing driver</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Danica Patrick is an incredibly talented race car driver. She has won many races and continues to compete at the highest level. She is also a fierce competitor who never gives up and pushes herself to the limits every time she gets behind the wheel.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>She supports numerous charities</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Danica Patrick is passionate about giving back to her community. She supports numerous charities, including The Danica Patrick Foundation, which provides educational resources for students across the US. Her passion for helping others makes her a beloved figure in the racing community.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Woman to Lead a Lap in the Indy</h3><p class='facts-text'>Danica Patrick was the first woman to lead a lap in the Indianapolis 500 and holds the record for most laps led by a female driver in that race.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>First Female NASCAR Driver to Win a Cup Series Pole</h3><p class='facts-text'>Danica Patrick became the first female NASCAR driver to win a Cup Series pole when she earned the top spot at the 2013 Daytona 500.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Has Her Own Wine Label</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2017, Danica Patrick launched her own wine label called Somnium (Latin for “dream”).</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Voiced a Character on The Simpsons</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2010, Danica Patrick voiced the character Blaise on an episode of The Simpsons entitled “The Great Simpsina.”</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-heading'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5.</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 class='facts-title'>Covered as Playmate of the Month</h3><p class='facts-text'>In 2009, Danica Patrick was featured as the Playmate of the Month in the March issue of Playboy magazine.</p></div></div>
Danica Patrick, an American race car driver, was born on March 25th, 1982 and is currently 41 years old. She is best known for being the most successful female in the history of American open-wheel racing, becoming the first female Indy 500 winner in 2008.
Danica Patrick has an estimated net worth of $80M. She is known for her successful career as a professional racecar driver and entrepreneur. Patrick's wealth comes from her income from her racing career, including winnings and endorsements, as well as other business ventures.
