Archive for the ‘AUTO RACING’ Category

Knight Rider To Take On NASCAR Field At Bristol

Tuesday, August 19th, 2008

Fans of the classic television show Knight Rider are probably counting down the days until the series' September 24th return to the airways. KITT's a Shelby now instead of a Trans-Am, but this weekend Kitt will be a Ford Car of Tomorrow driven by Travis Kvapil, not Michael Knight. Related posts:THE ...

Danica Patrick Doesn’t Need Your Respect

Thursday, June 26th, 2008

(Photo courtesy of SI) Danica Patrick picked up her first victory earlier this year, but she's still fighting for respect on the track. Some groups consider her an IRL gimmick that's using her femininity instead of her skills to advance. Fellow driver Scott Dixon says Danica Patrick is a menace on ...

Danica Patrick Wins Her First IndyCar Race

Saturday, April 19th, 2008

Danica Patrick became the first woman to win an IndyCar race after taking the checkered flag at the Indy Japan 300. Patrick and her team used skill and strategy to overtake Helio Castroneves with two laps remaining, giving Danica her first victory in 50 attempts. She was in tears after ...

TIGER WOODS GETS HIS DRIVER FROM A DRIVER

Monday, November 26th, 2007

When Steve Williams isn't carrying Tiger Woods' bag, he still likes being involved in competition. After a season of caddying for Tiger, Steve Williams relaxes like any million dollar making, glorified luggage handler would.. By racing cars: "I love pressure, I thrive on it. I love a challenge. Tonight was a ...