10 Best Female NASCAR Drivers Of All Time

That’s why we want to honor the ten best female NASCAR drivers of all time. image credit-autowise.com

10. Johanna Robbins

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9. Jennifer Jo Cobb

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8. Kelly Sutton

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7. Danica Patrick

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6. Tammy Jo Kirk

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5. Shawna Robinson

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4. Patty Moise

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3. Janet Guthrie

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2. Louise Smith

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1. Sara Christian

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