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A cautious Danica Patrick 31st at Darlington

In the second Sprint Cup race of her career, Danica Patrick fared much better than her first, a disaster at Daytona that included a first-lap crash.

May 12 | By Brant James

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Danica Patrick 12th in debut at storied track

On perhaps the toughest track on the circuit, Danica Patrick tied her second-best finish of the year.

May 11 | By Brant James

Darlington's backstretch wall looms for Danica Patrick

Danica Patrick will get her first taste of Darlington's jutting backstretch wall in Saturday night's Southern 500. It could be a jarring introduction.

May 11 | By Brant James

Patrick 13th, wrecks Hornish Jr. on cooldown

In a race in which Danica Patrick led for a lap, she couldn't find a drafting partner at the end. An incident with Sam Hornish Jr. on the cool-down lap marred a strong effort.

May 5 11:15 PM ET | By Brant James

Danica Patrick, Sam Hornish Jr. renew rivalry

Once fierce competitors in go-karts, then rivals in IndyCar, Danica Patrick and Sam Hornish Jr. have crossed paths again in NASCAR's Nationwide Series.

May 4 | By Brant James

Danica Patrick a disappointing 21st at Richmond

After a solid showing in practice and qualifying, Danica Patrick had high expectations, but she struggled with a loose car and never got it going.

Apr 28 12:12 AM ET | By Brant James

Danica Patrick takes momentum into Richmond

Two weeks ago, Danica Patrick had her second-best finish in a stock car, a timely result given the disappointing start to her season.

Apr 27 5:09 PM ET | By Brant James

Danica Patrick's days of wine and races

Whether it's a special occasion, a vino vacation or pairings with a multicourse meal, Danica Patrick loves wine. And she has the cellar to prove it.

Apr 19 | By Brant James

Danica Patrick makes late dash to finish eighth

Danica Patrick used two timely late cautions to regain a spot on the lead lap and later took four fresh tires to make a late dash and finish eighth on Friday night, her best finish this season in six Nationwide events.

Apr 14 | By Brant James

Danica Patrick rarin' to go after break

After a stressful start to the season, Danica Patrick got away with trips to Cabo and Northern California, and now she's excited to get back on the track.

Apr 13 | By Brant James

Danica, crew chief click

On the surface, Danica Patrick and Tony Eury Jr. seem as different as night and day. But as driver and crew chief, it's a perfect fit.

Apr 12 | By Brant James

Top 35 is key for Danica Patrick before Darlington

If the No. 10 car fails to meet the top-35 mark, Danica Patrick will have to qualify at Darlington, and that could put a wrench in some carefully laid plans.

Apr 6 1:42 PM ET | By Brant James

Danica Patrick owes much to Bobby Rahal

The open-wheel icon financed Danica Patrick's early development and, in 2005, gave her the major opportunity she had been waiting for -- a shot at the Indy 500. The rest is history.

Mar 30 | By Brant James

James: Frustrations mount for Danica

Mid-race engine failure is the cause for a disappointing 35th-place finish at Fontana for Danica Patrick.

Mar 25 | By Brant James

30 for Danica Patrick's 30th

For Danica Patrick's milestone birthday, we present 30 nuggets about the NASCAR star, from the frozen treat that repulses her to the special place of softball in her life.

Mar 23 | By Brant James

Danica Patrick finishes frustration-free 19th

Unlike last year, Danica Patrick ran a relatively uneventful Bristol race on the .533-mile track known to aggravate drivers and completed it unscathed.

Mar 17 | By Brant James

Learning curve is steep for Danica Patrick

In NASCAR, the cars are heavier, the drivers bump and intimidate, the tracks vary greatly – and there's little time to practice.

Mar 17 2:07 PM ET | By Brant James

Danica Patrick shows progress, finishes 12th

Reaching sixth on a late restart at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, Danica Patrick fell back at the end but still improved over her first two races of the season.

Mar 10 11:31 PM ET | By Brant James

James: Memories of triumph, tragedy for Danica Patrick at Las Vegas Motor Speedway

There are memories of triumph and tragedy for Danica Patrick at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. On Friday, at least, it was hard for her not to reflect on the passing of Dan Wheldon.

Mar 10 8:41 PM ET | By Brant James

Danica 21st, but at least she finishes

After three Daytona crashes, Danica Patrick's crew chief said the goal was to finish at Phoenix and learn as much as possible. A tricky track presented a challenge.

Mar 3 11:33 PM ET | By Brant James

Danica Patrick is eager to move on

There's no time to dwell on the bizarre Speedweeks in which Danica Patrick wrecked three times. There are more races to prepare for and it's onto Phoenix for Patrick and her crew.

Mar 1 | By Brant James

Texas Tech High Riders play unique role

The spirit organization is devoted to supporting women's sports only, and the bond is deepest with the basketball team.

Feb 11 | By Brant James

Gallaudet makes its point loud and clear

Players at this Division III school prove that lack of hearing is not a disability and that hard work and heart speak volumes on the basketball court.

Dec 28 | By Brant James

Improbable UCF finds a way to win

A standout goalkeeper and her scrappy teammates have reeled off three big wins in the NCAA soccer tournament and unflinchingly eye top seed Wake Forest.

Nov 25 | By Brant James

Military roots make Texas A&M traditions unique

From the Corps of Cadets to the 12th Man and mascot, Texas A&M is serious about tradition. In our first Hoops Across America story, espnW takes it all in.

Nov 15 | By Brant James