Fans were not pleased with Danica Patrick’s appearance on the popular Netflix docuseries ‘Drive To Survive’ due to her controversial opinions in the past. The sixth season of the show, which covers the behind-the-scenes events of the 2023 season, has just been released ahead of the 2024 F1 season. Patrick, a former NASCAR star, made an appearance on the show to share her thoughts on the season.
Having made a name for herself in NASCAR and Indycar, Patrick has now retired from motorsports. However, her passion for the sport led her to join the Netflix docuseries. Despite her achievements, fans worldwide were not fully supportive of her presence on the show. In the past, she has faced criticism for her career and has been labeled a conspiracy enthusiast. Furthermore, Patrick has been known for making sexist remarks, suggesting that motorsport is a masculine domain.
During her brief appearance on the show, Patrick expressed her views on what it means to be a race car driver. She emphasized the importance of a driver’s hands as the tools of their trade. The inclusion of the former NASCAR star was intended to provide a woman’s perspective on a male-dominated sport, drawing from her own experiences in motorsports.
However, in a recent tweet, many fans expressed their disappointment with Patrick’s presence on the show, alongside other personalities like Will Buxton. Some fans went as far as to request that she be blacklisted. Others admitted to being confused by her remarks during her scene.
The negative sentiment towards Patrick’s appearance was evident in the comments made by fans. Some admitted to almost turning off the show when she appeared on screen, while others criticized her driving abilities and questioned her qualifications to speak about F1. Some fans even stated that they couldn’t bear to watch the show any longer because of her.
It is clear from the fans’ reactions that Netflix’s attempt to showcase a different perspective through Patrick’s presence on the show did not resonate well. However, the idea of including more women in the sport could be a positive step towards increasing female participation in Formula 1. The sport is making progress in promoting inclusivity for women.
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