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My first Indy 500 was one of my high points. I ended up qualifying fourth and I finished fourth. I had a win in Japan a few years later, and then qualifying for Daytona was great as well.

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Danica Patrick
Age: 42
Born: 1982
Born: March 25
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Beloit
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Danica Sue Patrick
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