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In a 2017 interview with USA Today, former NASCAR driver Danica Patrick talked about her complex relationship with fans in an interview with USA today. The American spoke about how she feels pressured by fans' high expectations.
One of the pioneering women in motorsports, Danica Patrick developed the itch for racing due to her father, and both of her parents used to support and accompany her to races. She started participating in go-karting races at the age of 10 before transitioning into open-wheel racing, which gained her recognition.
The American had her breakthrough moment in 2005, when she debuted for IndyCar and set a record for being the first woman to win a race in the IndyCar Series. She also became first women to win a Daytona 500 pole. These races earned her acclaim and respect in the industry as she help multiple records. She was also featured in Time Magazine 100 most influencial people list in 2009. At one point, she decided to shift to NASCAR, and signed with Stewart-Haas racing for better opportunities.
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In an interview with USA Today in 2017, the American reflected on the double standards portrayed by the public. She felt that as a woman she received more criticism when she performed badly compared to male racers. She said that she felt the pressure to constantly prove that she belonged in the industry.
"My job is to drive a car and to tell the crew chief what’s going on. I don’t appreciate the booing. It hurts my feelings. I'm sure they're saying everything from really great to really awful, and that's just part of my daily life," Patrick said.
Patrick inspired countless women with her impressive career. Her impact was so significant that it became known as the "Danica Effect." Before retiring in 2018, she competed in a remarkable 191 Cup Series races, leaving a lasting legacy on the sport.
Danica Patrick's post-retirement pursuits
Danica Patrick has successfully honed her business by branding herself as a super-successful female driver in NASCAR. Patrick is also an advocate for female empowerment and markets herself in that way. She has also authored a book titled "Pretty Intense: The 90-Day Mind-Body Green Plan". This memoir offers a candid look at her journey, exploring topics such as mental health, navigating a male-dominated industry, and prioritizing physical fitness and wellness.
She also hosts a successful podcast titled "Pretty Intense," which has garnered significant business endorsements from major brands like GoDaddy, Coca-Cola, and Chevrolet. Her frequent appearances on television shows, commercials, and talk shows have ensured her enduring legacy, solidifying her status as a prominent and celebrated figure in both racing and popular culture.
