Illinois native Danica Patrick took the checkered flag in the Japan 300 IndyCar race this weekend. By doing so, she became the first woman to win an IndyCar race. more ›

Chicagoist checked out the 91st running of the Indianapolis 500 on Sunday. Dario Franchitti, actress Ashley Judd’s husband, became the second Scot in history to win the 500 mile race as he was in the lead when a strong rain shower ended the race after 166 of 200 laps. Rain threatened the race all day but the Indianapolis Motor Speedway track crew were able to dry the track after morning showers to get the race... more ›

Sure, the Cubs played in front of their smallest crowd in 4 years yesterday and lost to the Pirates ... again. None of that mattered because they had perhaps the hottest female athlete in attendance. Yes, Danica Patrick visited Wrigley and took part in the pre-game festivities by throwing out the first pitch. Chicagoist hasn't seen the actual pitch, but from this photo of her in action, she looks like she'd be half- decent. Good... more ›