In about 24 hours, Danica Patrick went from her biggest crash to her biggest moment in a stock car.

In about 24 hours, Danica Patrick went from her biggest crash to her biggest moment in a stock car.
The buildup for Danica Patrick's first Daytona 500 began in earnest at Thursday's annual media day, where auto racing's sweetheart was saddled with a full schedule of commitments.
A glance at the drivers competing in the 2012 Sprint Cup Series:
Danica Patrick became a worldwide sensation as a rookie at the Indianapolis 500, challenging for victory and becoming the first woman to lead laps in the showcase race.
Greg Zipadelli met Danica Patrick just over a week ago, with very little time to prepare for their first test session together.
Richard Petty Motorsports has hired Aric Almirola to drive the famed No. 43 in NASCAR's elite Sprint Cup Series.
Danica Patrick will make her Sprint Cup debut in the season-opening Daytona 500 in February, her first of 10 races in NASCAR's highest division for Stewart-Haas Racing next season.
Danica Patrick is ready for one last hurrah in IndyCars before she turns her attention entirely to her blossoming stock car career.