Book Description:

It didn’t take long for Danica Patrick to prove she has what it takes to beat the boys. At the 2005 Indianapolis 500, this rookie driver not only became the first woman to lead a lap at the Brickyard, she was in contention to win in the last few laps of the race. Her strong race performance attracted national media attention, and drew thousands of viewers to America’s Greatest Spectacle in racing.

Danica’s alluring combination of striking good looks, gutsy driving talent, and the backing of one of the best race teams in the world has made her America’s newest racing sensation. She has also proved that a nice manicure doesn’t get in the way of being tough as nails on the track.

This book, with more than 120 images from premier racing photographer Paul Webb and others, chronicles Danica’s journey from a young kart racer to becoming the darling of the American media. Award-winning racing journalist Jonathan Ingram writes about Danica’s impact on the Indy Racing League, her Rahal Letterman team, and America’s love affair with this up and coming young racer.

EXCERPT:

    Yet, Danica kept here foot in it and corrected in tiny increments, freeze-framing time in manner only the world’s best athletes can manage. The chassis chattered as the tires regained their grip and her car made it through the turn, stunning the veterans on pit road and fans in the stands. She ran faster laps on each of her three succeeding circuits during the qualifying run, the last one at an average of 227.860 miles per hour.