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Danica Patrick Faces Backlash Over FOX Role

2026-08-21 · Danica Patrick · Player Focus

Danica Patrick is facing backlash over her new role at FOX.

What's Behind the Backlash?

The former IndyCar and NASCAR driver will join FOX's 90-minute pre-race show for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix.

Fans are not happy with FOX for giving Danica Patrick a prominent role in the pre-race show. Critics have targeted her political views in recent years, and many have questioned some of her comments about NASCAR and Formula 1.

How Are Fans Reacting?

One fan wrote, "She single-handedly setback women in motorsports by like 10 years because of her behavior in NASCAR and comments as a F1 reporter." Another fan said, "Helio Castroneves is perfect for an IndyCar Broadcast!! Chris Myers and Danica Patrick, not so much."

  • Fans are criticizing Danica Patrick's political views and comments about NASCAR and Formula 1.
  • Danica Patrick will join FOX's 90-minute pre-race show for the Freedom 250 Grand Prix.
  • Danica Patrick's fans are also expressing concern over her recent beach vacation photo, with some commenting on her figure.
  • Danica Patrick is 44 years old and has been enjoying a European vacation with friends.

Is Danica Patrick's Beach Vacation Photo Causing Concern?

Danica Patrick's latest beach photo has sparked some concern among her fan base. Danica Patrick looks extremely shredded in the new photo, but some fans are using it as an opportunity to comment on her figure. One fan wrote, "OK. I get TRIM and FIT. But like anything…all things in moderation." Others are defending her, saying no one should be commenting on a woman's body online.

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