Danica Patrick
Bio:
Born March 25, 1982, American auto racing driver Danica Patrick is currently competing in the Indy Car Series, as well as having a career as a model and advertising spokeswoman. Raised in Roscoe, Illinois, Patrick earned the title of Rookie of the Year for both the 2005 Indianapolis 500 and the 2005 Indy Car Series season. Her win in the 2008 Indy Japan 300, made her the first woman to win an Indy car race. She placed 3rd in the 2009 Indianapolis 500, a personal best for her at the track and the highest finish by a woman in the event’s history.