Danica Patrick
Her rise started at age 10, when she knew that she wanted to be a racecar driver. She hasn't slowed down since. Danica's determination, versatility and commanding presence have all lead to her success on and off the track.
Danica was never timid or discouraged in tough situations. At age 10 she competed against boys when she started her career in the karting circuit. She moved to England at 16, where she raced in some of the most difficult junior series in the world. And she ignored skeptics when she joined Indy Car in 2005 - everyone thought a professional female driver could never be anything more than a pretty face.
In 2008 Danica proved not only to be a good driver, but the best female driver in history by winning the Firestone IndyCar 300 Twin Ring Motegi in Japan. Danica became the first woman to win a major auto-racing event. This illustrious career has now brought her to compete in NASCAR. In 2011, Danica became the first woman to lead a lap at Daytona International Speedway in the NASCAR Nationwide Series. Later in the season, Danica made history with the best finish ever by a woman in NASCAR, finishing 4th at the Sam's Town 300 in Las Vegas. In late August 2011, Danica announced she was moving full-time to NASCAR for the 2012 racing season.
Off the track Danica graces the covers of ESPN: The Magazine, Sports Illustrated, Shape and TV Guide. She can also be seen on the couches of Ellen, The Late Show with David Letterman and Jimmy Kimmel Live.
Danica has a greater purpose than just winning a few races. Danica's real goal is to empower little girls and women around the world to achieve their dreams. "It doesn't matter if someone wants to be a chef, businesswomen, police officer or a racecar driver - I'd like to be a tiny bit of inspiration that helps get them there. Anything really is possible through hard work and determination."
Danica Patrick, NASCAR driver, is available exclusively through IMG Speakers bureau for speaking engagements. Danica Patrick is also available for corporate hospitality appearances, meet and greets, and much more
* Represented in cooperation with IMG
Her rise started at age 10, when she knew that she wanted to be a racecar driver. She hasn't slowed down since. Danica's determination, versatility and commanding presence have all lead to her success on and off the track.
Danica was never timid or discouraged in tough situations. At age 10 she competed against boys when she started her career in the karting circuit. She moved to England at 16, where she raced in some of the most difficult junior series in the world. And she ignored skeptics when she joined Indy Car in 2005 - everyone thought a professional female driver could never be anything more than a pretty face.
In 2008 Danica proved not only to be a good driver, but the best female driver in history by winning the Firestone IndyCar 300 Twin Ring Motegi in Japan. Danica became the first woman to win a major auto-racing event. This illustrious career has now brought her to compete in NASCAR. In 2011, Danica became the first woman to lead a lap at Daytona International Speedway in the NASCAR Nationwide Series. Later in the season, Danica made history with the best finish ever by a woman in NASCAR, finishing 4th at the Sam's Town 300 in Las Vegas. In late August 2011, Danica announced she was moving full-time to NASCAR for the 2012 racing season.
Off the track Danica graces the covers of ESPN: The Magazine, Sports Illustrated, Shape and TV Guide. She can also be seen on the couches of Ellen, The Late Show with David Letterman and Jimmy Kimmel Live.
Danica has a greater purpose than just winning a few races. Danica's real goal is to empower little girls and women around the world to achieve their dreams. "It doesn't matter if someone wants to be a chef, businesswomen, police officer or a racecar driver - I'd like to be a tiny bit of inspiration that helps get them there. Anything really is possible through hard work and determination."
Danica Patrick, NASCAR driver, is available exclusively through IMG Speakers bureau for speaking engagements. Danica Patrick is also available for corporate hospitality appearances, meet and greets, and much more
* Represented in cooperation with IMG
