Danica Patrick Brushes Off Kyle Petty's Criticism That She Will 'Never Be A Race Car Driver'

Danica Patrick has come under fire by former NASCAR driver, Kyle Petty saying Patrick will "never be a race car driver."

"Fans have bought into the hype of the marketing, to think she’s a race car driver," Petty said during an interview for SPEED.

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"Danica has been the perfect example of somebody who can qualify better than what she runs. She can go fast, but she can’t race. I think she’s come a long way, but she’s still not a race car driver. And I don’t think she’s ever going to be a race car driver.”

Patrick fired back and doesn't seem to have a problem with Petty's comments.

“It’s funny how he said I can qualify but can’t race,” said Patrick to FOX Sports. “Those of you that actually watch what I do would know that I can’t qualify worth a crap, and in the race things go much better. So it’s a little bit funny, but the most important thing to me is that I can keep my team happy. We’re moving in the right direction. GoDaddy is happy."

What do you think of Danica Patrick as a race car driver?