Notable women race car drivers

Published On: Feb 24 2013 10:04:10 AM CST   Updated On: Feb 24 2013 10:21:39 AM CST

Danica Patrick made racing history by becoming the first woman to win the pole position at the Daytona 500 in 2013. Take a look at some of the other most notable women in the world of car racing.

Women race car drivers - Melanie Troxel
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Melanie Troxel was the second woman to win in the NHRA’s Funny Car division, and she’s one of 14 drivers to win in both the Top Fuel and Funny Car classes. She was nominated for the best driver and best female athlete ESPY awards in 2006.

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