Danica says she will not run in Indianapolis 500 in '12

CONCORD, N.C. (AP) 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.

Danica Patrick skipping Indy 500 to run in NASCAR's longest race

Danica Patrick will not run the Indianapolis 500 this season.

Danica Patrick won't run Indy 500 this year

CONCORD, N.C. — 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.

Patrick won't race at Indy 500 this season

Danica Patrick will not race at the Indianapolis 500 this season.

Oreovicz: Indy 500 will survive without Danica

The Indianapolis 500 has survived two world wars, the rear-engine revolution of the 1960s and two major splits within Indy car racing. Surely it can survive without Danica Patrick.