Will Kyle Busch Race F1 in 2010? Todd Warshaw/Getty ImagesPeter Windsor, of US F1, has expressed interest in signing Kyle Busch in 2010. Busch will test cars next summer.There wasn't much movement in the 2009 Silly Season, but don't expect a 2010 repeat, writes Tim Tuttle. With Kyle Busch and Kevin Harvick as free agents, anything can happen. Nov 4, 2009
Danica Patrick deserved the attention -- she's a prize for any racing team or series -- but she decided to stay with Andretti Green Racing in IndyCar. It was an anticlimatic conclusion to a potential blockbuster story. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
NASCAR: IRL celebrates season, seeks to expand product Oct 18, 2009
Danica Patrick has all but said she'll be back in her IndyCar for the 2010 season -- "We'll be ready for next year," Patrick said after the season-ending Indy 300 at Homestead-Miami Speedway -- but still hasn't confirmed widespread reports she's already committed to staying with Andretti Green Racing through 2012. Patrick's flirtation with NASCAR is no secret, and there are several teams with interest in bringing her aboard. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
NASCAR seeks recruits at JCSU Oct 18, 2009
He said he looks forward to the day when minority women take the Danica Patrick route. The answer, Andrews said later, "kind of piqued my interest.". (News & Observer -- Sports)
BrantJamesInside Racing Catching up with newly crowned IndyCar champ Dario Franchitti. Oct 16, 2009
SI.com: Requisite Danica Patrick question: Has she asked you about your NASCAR experience. DF: Danica came to a couple races in '08. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
A defection-free offseason could boost IndyCar Oct 15, 2009
Danica Patrick has all but said she'll be back in her IndyCar for the 2010 season "We'll be ready for next year," Patrick said after the season-ending Firestone 300 at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Saturday but still hasn't confirmed widespread reports she's already committed to staying with Andretti Green Racing through 2012. Patrick's flirtation with NASCAR is no secret, and there are several teams with interest in bringing her aboard. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Roush: Danica's part-time plan won't fly in NASCAR Oct 14, 2009
Danica Patrick has made overtures toward a foray into stock-car racing, but wants to keep her presence in the IndyCar circuit as well. NASCAR CHASE FOR THE CUP. (USA Today -- Sports)
AirTran-Falcons deal takes off Oct 14, 2009
Although celebs including Elton John and Danica Patrick have graced AirTran planes for marketing purposes in the past, those images were special decals or wraps. This is the first time the airline has had a plane specially painted for a sponsorship. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Franchitti completes comeback, wins IRL crown Oct 12, 2009
Outside of the three title contenders going back and forth, the only drama was in the pits: Danica Patrick and Dan Wheldon -- who have some history, going back to Milwaukee in 2007 when they brushed cars during the race and brushed bodies on pit road after the race -- collided again during a pit stop with about 45 laps left, sending both far back in the pack. "I've got a lot left in me. I think next year will be even better," said Patrick, the closest she's come yet to confirming she'll return... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Hendrick downplays 'Danica factor' Oct 12, 2009
Don't tell Rick Hendrick that NASCAR needs Danica Patrick ... Don't tell Rick Hendrick that NASCAR needs Danica Patrick. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Tom Logano apologizes for run-in with Biffle Oct 12, 2009
Don't tell Rick Hendrick that NASCAR needs Danica Patrick. Hendrick said while he'd be intrigued if the IndyCar driver opted to make a move to stock cars, he doesn't think the sport needs her to thrive. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Franchitti Wins IRL Season Title Oct 11, 2009
Outside of the three title contenders going back and forth, the only drama was in the pits: Danica Patrick and Dan Wheldon - who have some history, going back to Milwaukee in 2007 when they brushed cars during the race and brushed bodies on pit road after the race - collided again during a pit stop with about 45 laps left, sending both far back in the pack. "I've got a lot left in me. I think next year will be even better," said Patrick, the closest she's come yet to confirming she'll return to... (CBS News)
Dancia hints she's returning to IRL next year Oct 11, 2009
Terry Renna / APIRL driver Danica Patrick waits to drive practice laps for the Firestone Indy 300 auto race Friday, Oct. 9, 2009, at Homestead-Miami Speedway in Homestead, Fla ... - Danica Patrick offered her strongest hint yet that she's returning to the IndyCar series in 2010. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Danica needs seat time to excel, Johnson says Oct 11, 2009
- Jimmie Johnson has some advice for Danica Patrick if the IndyCar star really wants to make the move to NASCAR: don't do it part-time. Patrick has reportedly signed a three-year extension to remain in IndyCars with Andretti Green Racing, though she is in preliminary talks with JR Motorsports about dabbling in NASCAR's Nationwide Series sometime down the road. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Earnhardt would welcome Patrick in NASCAR Oct 11, 2009
Dale Earnhardt Jr. says he d love to see good friend Danica Patrick in NASCAR, but isn t sure when or even if the IndyCar star will make the transition to stock car racing. Patrick and Kelley Earnhardt, general manager of JR Motorsports, have had preliminary talks about Patrick racing in the Nationwide Series, but Earnhardt Jr. said any discussions were in the early stages. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Notebook: Johnson advises Danica Oct 11, 2009
- Jimmie Johnson has some advice for Danica Patrick if the IndyCar star really wants to make the move to NASCAR: don't do it part-time ... - Jimmie Johnson has some advice for Danica Patrick if the IndyCar star really wants to make the move to NASCAR: don't do it part-time. (Athens Banner-Herald)
TALE OF THE TAPE: Braylon Edwards vs. Mariah Carey Oct 10, 2009
Danica Patrick vs. Ashley Force. SI.com on. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
At IRL finale, others mindful of title contenders Oct 10, 2009
"They're on their own little plane this year," said Danica Patrick, who'll start seventh ... Dale Earnhardt Jr. says he'd love to see good friend Danica Patrick in NASCAR, but isn't sure when - or even if - the IndyCar star will make the transition to stock car racing. (News & Observer -- Sports)
IRL notebook: Boltgives Kanaan a boost Oct 10, 2009
Danica Patrick, currently fifth, will finish somewhere between fourth and 10th ... Rahal will start seventh in the points standings, just 15 behind fifth-place Danica Patrick, and could climb all the way to fourth with a win and plenty of help Saturday. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Junior would welcome Danica Oct 10, 2009
- Dale Earnhardt Jr. says he'd love to see good friend Danica Patrick in NASCAR, but isn't sure when - or even if - the ... - Dale Earnhardt Jr. says he'd love to see good friend Danica Patrick in NASCAR, but isn't sure when - or even if - the. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Danica's plans add intrigue to IRL title weekend Oct 8, 2009
FILE -- This is a May 23, 2009, file photo showing IRL driver Danica Patrick riding in the Indianapolis 500 Festival Parade in Indianapolis. From the moment Danica Patrick joined the Indy Racing League, just about all the cameras have been focused on her ... - Danica Patrick's moment of clarity came three years ago. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Danica, Earnhardt might team up in NASCAR Oct 6, 2009
Shuji Kajiyama / APMarketing heavyweights Danica Patrick and Dale Earnhardt Jr. could soon be teaming up in NASCAR, team owner Rick Hendrick confirmed for SportsIllustrated ... Marketing heavyweights Danica Patrick and Dale Earnhardt Jr. could soon be teaming up in NASCAR, team owner Rick Hendrick confirmed for SportsIllustrated. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Danica talking limited NASCAR deal Oct 5, 2009
Rick Hendrick: Danica Patrick may have limited NASCAR deal - Racing - SI.com ... Rick Hendrick says Danica Patrick may be involved in a limited deal with NASCAR ... Danica Patrick's agent met with JR Motorsports ownership about a deal that would have her compete in ARCA and Nationwide races. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Brant JamesINSIDE NASCAR Oct 2, 2009
Montoya faces the same somewhat obtuse mentality that IndyCar star Danica Patrick endured in that he is expected to be the standard-bearer for the minority group to which he belongs. Whereas Patrick was expected to champion the cause of females in motorsports when she became just the fifth to start an Indianapolis 500, Montoya sometimes balks at those who attempt to leverage his ethnicity as a marketing tool, sometimes refuses to perform radio promotions in Spanish. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Patrick's Future With IRL? She's Not Saying Much Oct 1, 2009
Washington - If Danica Patrick knows specifically what her future after this season holds, she's not saying. Patrick refused Wednesday to confirm widespread reports that she's agreed to a three-year extension of her IndyCar contract with Andretti Green Racing. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Opinion: Don't count out Montoya or Kurt Busch Oct 1, 2009
Daddy's Gonna Pay For Your Crashed Car Paul MenardMysterious Ways Chad KnausOut of Control Steve WallaceTwo Hearts Beat As One Jimmie Johnson & Chad KanusWith Or Without You Kurt Busch to Pat TrysonI Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For Mark MartinLemon Furniture Row Motorsports, TRG MotorpsortsPride Kyle BuschMiracle Drug Jeremy MayfiedSometimes You Can't Make It On Your Own Kyle... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Johnson takes Dover race Sep 30, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Mon, Sep 28, 2009 04:24 AMModified Mon, Sep 28, 2009 04:26 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Patrick to remain in IRL with Andretti team Sep 30, 2009
Danica Patrick has agreed to a three-year contract to remain at Andretti Green Racing and stay in the IndyCar Series, according to a report in the Indianapolis Star ... Danica Patrick has agreed to a three-year contract to remain at Andretti Green Racing and stay in the IndyCar Series, according to a report in the Indianapolis Star. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Stewart doesn't feel bad about losing points lead Sep 26, 2009
Stewart also said on Friday he's not talked with IRL star Danica Patrick since a report Friday said she had decided to remain at Andretti Green Racing and stay in the IndyCar Series. The two drivers had previously talked about what it would take for Patrick to make the switch to NASCAR.. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Patrick has always remained open-minded Sep 26, 2009
Honestly, was there any doubt Danica Patrick would stay right where she was. For the second time in her career, Patrick flirted with defecting from the IndyCar Series to drive on the NASCAR circuit only to stay put in her open-wheel car. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Danica Patrick signs three-year contract to stay in IndyCar Series Sep 26, 2009
By Curt Cavin, The Indianapolis Star is now, officially, staying in the IndyCar Series. Patrick signed a three-year contract to remain with Andretti Green Racing during last weekend's event at the circuit in Japan. (USA Today -- Sports)
Names & Faces Sep 26, 2009
Article:Names :/c/a/2009/09/26/SPAK19SE0Q.DTL Article:Names :/c/a/2009/09/26/SPAK19SE0Q.DTL advertisement. Saturday, September 26, 2009. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Three More Years Sep 25, 2009
Danica Patrick signs three-year extention with IndyCar - Racing - SI.com ... Danica Patrick signed a three-year extension to remain with IndyCar ... MOORESVILLE, N.C. -- Danica Patrick signed a three-year contract to remain at Andretti Green Racing in the IndyCar Series, according to team and IndyCar sources. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Patrick signs 3-year deal with IndyCar Sep 25, 2009
Danica Patrick signs three-year extention with IndyCar - Racing - SI.com ... Danica Patrick signed a three-year extension to remain with IndyCar ... With a new contract, Danica Patrick will compete in the Indy 500 for at least three more years. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Patrick to stay with IRL Sep 25, 2009
(AP) MOTEGI, Japan - Danica Patrick has reached an agreement on a three-year contract to remain at Andretti Green Racing and stay in the IndyCar Series. Patrick, the first woman to win a major open-wheel race in last year's Indy Japan, is finishing her fifth season in the IndyCar series and is fifth in the point standings. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Stewart still driving his own race Sep 23, 2009
A few weeks ago, Stewart met with Indy car driver Danica Patrick to talk about what it would take for her to come to NASCAR, and afterward he declared that he thought she would be the first successful woman driver in stock car racing. Last week, it seemed to be all anyone wanted to ask him about, a fact that began to grate on him as the day wore on. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Dixon wins Indy Japan to take series lead Sep 20, 2009
Graham Rahal finished third, while Danica Patrick, who won here last year, was sixth. Dixon and Franchitti pitted on lap 160, briefly giving Rahal the lead. (MSNBC -- Sports)
RESULTS: Indy Japan 300 Sep 19, 2009
Indy Racing League - Indy Japan 300 - USATODAY.com. Updated: 9/19/2009 - 2:13 AM. (USA Today -- Sports)
Dixon wins Indy Japan 300 pole, gets key point Sep 19, 2009
Danica Patrick, who won here last year to become the first woman to win a major open-wheel race, qualified sixth, a place behind Graham Rahal. Helio Castroneves, who won here in 2006, crashed on his third qualifying lap and will start from the second-to-last row. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Auto Racing Notebook: Montoya starts Chase on pole Sep 19, 2009
Danica Patrick, who won this event a year ago year to become the first woman to win a major open-wheel race, qualified sixth. First published on September 19, 2009 at 12:00 am Online: Print: Copyright. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Montoya motors to pole Sep 19, 2009
Local Search Site Search. THIS STORY HAS BEEN FORMATTED FOR EASY PRINTING. (Boston Globe)
Tennis star Oudin to endorse AirTran Sep 19, 2009
"Melanie joins a great lineup of celebrity endorsers including Indy Racing Star Danica Patrick, Quarterback Matt Ryan, Atlanta Thrasher Ilya Kovalchuk and Indianapolis Colts Quarterback Peyton Manning just to name just a few.". Oudin became the youngest women s player to reach the U.S. Open quarterfinals since Serena Williams in 1999. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Bruce MartinINSIDE RACING Sep 19, 2009
Danica Patrick back in Japan, site of her groundbreaking victory - Bruce Martin - SI.com ... Danica Patrick is back at the site of her first IndyCar win this week ... MOTEGI, Japan -- Danica Patrick is back at the site of her first and only major racing victory, being treated like a rock star by fans in Japan and sitting sixth in the starting grid for the next to last race of the IndyCar season. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Danica Patrick and Ryan Briscoe looking for success at Indy Japan 300 Sep 17, 2009
Coastal Flood Advisory in CT. What NFL player's week one injury will have the biggest impact on their team. (FOX61, CT)
Patrick, Briscoe in spotlight at Indy Sep 17, 2009
Danica Patrick will be looking to repeat history while Australian championship-leader Ryan Briscoe is hoping to make some his own at this weekend's Indy Japan 300, the penultimate race of the 2009 IndyCar series. Briscoe has a 25-point lead over Dario Franchitti and could clinch his first series championship with a first or second-place finish in Saturday's race at the 2. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Go Daddy signs up for Super Bowl ads Sep 16, 2009
Although officials would not comment on the commercials, they likely will feature Go Daddy spokeswoman and Indy Car driver Danica Patrick. Most Read Stories. (Phoenix Business Journal, AZ)
TALE OF THE TAPE: Two Yankee legends: Jeter vs. Gehrig Sep 11, 2009
Danica Patrick vs. Ashley Force. Al Davis vs. Indiana Jones. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
On NASCAR: Staying in IRL is Patricks best move Sep 9, 2009
It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out Danica Patrick plans to give NASCAR a try. After all, why would she use her summer vacation to tour North Carolina race shops if she had no intention of trying out stock cars. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Somehow, Some Way, Danica Patrick Will Leave IndyCars In The Dust For NASCAR Sep 8, 2009
Danica Patrick destined for NASCAR - IndySports ... CHARLOTTE, N.C. - It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out Danica Patrick plans to give NASCAR a try. (FOX59, IN)
One For The King Sep 8, 2009
In what can hardly be described as surprising news, ESPN's Ed Hinton reported this weekend that Danica Patrick likely would compete in a few Nationwide Series races next season to see if she has what it takes to cut it in stock cars. I've spent a lot of time with Patrick over the past few years, and she's consistently said that she'd like to try her hand in NASCAR. I'm guessing that she'll soon sign a three-year deal with the IRL's Andretti-Green Racing (her current team) that will allow her to... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Race is on to put together package for Danica Sep 8, 2009
Shuji Kajiyama / ASSOCIATED PRESSWhy would Danica Patrick spend so much time in North Carolina if she's not going to try NASCAR ... CHARLOTTE, N.C. - It doesnt take a rocket scientist to figure out Danica Patrick plans to give NASCAR a try. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Race is on to secure Patrick’s services Sep 8, 2009
Race is on to secure Patrick;s services090809sports7Associated Press CHARLOTTE, N.C. - It doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out Danica Patrick plans to give NASCAR a try ... CHARLOTTE, N.C. - It doesn t take a rocket scientist to figure out Danica Patrick plans to give NASCAR a try. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Kahne betters Chase standing with Atlanta win Sep 7, 2009
Count on this if Danica Patrick goes NASCAR racing in 2010 as expected: Guts -- not glitz nor glamour -- will define the IndyCar darling's venture in full-bodied stock cars. Kevin Harvick dominated Saturday night's Degree V12 300, but he still needed a smooth pass of Dale Earnhardt Jr. with two laps to go to get the win. (ABC News)
Source: Danica To Try Nascar In '10 Sep 7, 2009
-- Danica Patrick will "all but certainly" be in NASCAR in 2010, but won't give up Indy car racing and will limit next year's activity to the Nationwide Series and Trucks, according to a source very close to the situation. Tony Stewart is the "star candidate" to be her partner and mentor in NASCAR, the source said, adding that Patrick's recent visits to Stewart-Haas Racing were much more than social -- that she and Stewart were discussing a deal, and are close to one. (FOX59, IN)
Tony Stewart predicts Danica Patrick will make NASCAR transition Sep 6, 2009
Tony Stewart says he expects Danica Patrick to run an abbreviated NASCAR schedule sometime soon. NASCAR FAST FACTS. (USA Today -- Sports)
Auto Racing Notebook: Truex claims Atlanta pole Sep 6, 2009
" Jimmie Johnson, was third, followed by Jeff Gordon, Kyle Busch and Kurt Busch. More NASCAR Tony Stewart expects to one day be trading paint with Danica Patrick. While racing's most prominent female driver ponders her options for next year, Stewart said he has no doubts that Patrick will eventually make the jump to stock cars. He should know: They have talked frequently about what it would take for Patrick to go from open-wheel racing to the heavier cars in NASCAR. "I just know that she's... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Source: Danica to race in Nationwide in 2010 Sep 6, 2009
Source: Danica Patrick to race in NASCAR's Nationwide Series in 2010 - ESPN ... Danica Patrick's points finish has improved every year in the IndyCar Series ... Danica Patrick is going to race in the IndyCar Series in 2010. (ABC News)
Opinion: Danica won't be in NASCAR any time soon Sep 4, 2009
Darrell Ingham / Getty ImagesDanica Patrick's popularity and marketabilityin IndyCar has led many to speculate that she will make the move to the NASCAR circuitin the near future ... Time to weigh in on the Danica Patrick to NASCAR thing. (MSNBC -- Sports)
IRL takes direct approach to keep Danica in fold Aug 31, 2009
IRL takes direct approach with Danica Patrick - SI.com - Racing ... (AP) -- The IRL is taking a hands-on approach to keep Danica Patrick. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Late pass boosts Edwards Aug 31, 2009
Danica Patrick finished 12th. Helio Castroneves, who had been fourth in points, was eliminated from title contention by a crash. (News & Observer -- Sports)
RESULTS: PEAK Antifreeze Indy 300 Aug 30, 2009
Indy Racing League - PEAK Antifreeze Indy 300 - USATODAY.com. Updated: 8/30/2009 - 1:12 AM. (USA Today -- Sports)
IRL takes direct approach with Patrick Aug 30, 2009
(AP) -The IRL is taking a hands-on approach to keep Danica Patrick. Series officials have talked directly with her representatives at IMG in an effort to keep racing's glamour girl with the IRL and prevent a jump to NASCAR after this season. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Franchitti glad to be back in IndyCar title chase Aug 29, 2009
"I guess I'd have to go with Dario," Danica Patrick said. "I think he's just so happy this year and he's happy to be back and having a good time, and his emotions seem so positive. He just seems like he's having fun. I guess I'll put my money on Dario.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Danica sidesteps questions about her future Aug 28, 2009
Charles Rex Arbogast / APFifth on the IRL points list entering Saturday's race at Chicagoland Speedway, Danica Patrick is in the final year of a three-year deal with Andretti Green ... - Danica Patrick wouldnt address her future with Andretti Green Racing or the IndyCar series, sidestepping questions Thursday about her expiring contract. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Patrick sidesteps questions about future Aug 28, 2009
Danica Patrick wouldn't address her future with Andretti Green Racing or the IndyCar series, sidestepping questions Thursday about her expiring contract. Danica Patrick listens to a question during a news conference at the Chicagoland Raceway on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2009, in Joliet, Ill ... (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast) Danica Patrick responds to a question during a news conference at the Chicagoland Raceway on Thursday, Aug. 27, 2009, in Joliet, Ill. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Driver of the Week (28) Aug 27, 2009
FAVORITE PROFESSIONAL DRIVER: Danica Patrick. CAREER HIGHLIGHT: First win. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
