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 the race, probably out of joy and relief.
“It’s a long time coming. Finally. It was a fuel strategy race, but my team called it perfectly for me. I knew I was on the same strategy as Helio and when I passed him for the lead, I couldn’t believe it. This is fabulous.”
Castroneves did his best to tip his helmet to Danica:
“With five laps to go, I was saving fuel. When Danica passed me, I realized she was the leader. She did a great job, passed me fair and square and that shows you how competitive our series is.”
Not exactly congratulations.. Now that Danica has captured the Rookie of the Year award, shown her beaver, and won her first race, the only thing left for her to do is protect her hair. Her teammates at Andretti Green said they were gonna cut her hair after her first win.. I bet she can’t wait.
Patrick triumphs in Japan, becomes first woman to win IndyCar race. Courtesy of ESPN
Tags: Danica Patrick, Japan 300, First Win, IndyCar
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