Danica Patrickis oneseriouslyimpressive lady.
The world-famous racing driver had an incredibly celebrated career in the historically male-dominated sport.
She might have said goodbye to the race track, but Patrick never took her foot off the pedal.
She became the first female driver to win a NASCAR Cup Series pole, simultaneously setting the fastest time.
In 2015, Patrick broke the world record for the most top 10 finishes by any woman in NASCAR.
A year after retiring for good, Patrick admitted to theAssociated Pressthat she doesn’t miss the track.
Yeah, that’s kind of a magical feeling," she revealed (viaUSA Today).
Fans donated for the opportunity to attend the Monaco Grand Prix with Patrick herself.
I thought my strongest message was just do what you love to do and be yourself."
There’s no looking back, only forward.
As she explained to theDesert Sun,“I want to be where I am today.
I wouldn’t want another scenario.
I’m happy with my life and where I am.”
