At the recent Formula One race at the Miami International Autodrome, racing fans expected thrilling coverage of high-speed drama and strategy. But what really ignited conversation wasn’t a race car — it was Danica Patrick’s choice of outfit. Patrick, the former NASCAR and IndyCar star turned Sky Sports F1 broadcaster, stepped into the spotlight wearing a striking all-white ensemble: a one-shoulder mini dress paired with matching white sneakers. Intended as a laid-back and modern look, it quickly became the focus of social media discourse — and not all of it was flattering. Critics on X (formerly Twitter) didn’t hold back.…At the recent Formula One race at the Miami International Autodrome, racing fans expected thrilling coverage of high-speed drama and strategy. But what really ignited conversation wasn’t a race car — it was Danica Patrick’s choice of outfit.
Patrick, the former NASCAR and IndyCar star turned Sky Sports F1 broadcaster, stepped into the spotlight wearing a striking all-white ensemble: a one-shoulder mini dress paired with matching white sneakers. Intended as a laid-back and modern look, it quickly became the focus of social media discourse — and not all of it was flattering.
Critics on X (formerly Twitter) didn’t hold back. Some compared the outfit to a toga or a makeshift towel, mocking its simplicity and fit. “Did Danica think she was heading to a toga party?” one user asked. Another sniped, “Looks like she just stepped out of a hotel bathroom,” while a third joked, “Her co-hosts looked ready to call a race — she looked ready for a spa day.”
Beyond fashion jabs, the backlash veered into personal territory. Some online commentators took the opportunity to criticize Patrick’s previously stated political views, particularly her vocal support for Donald Trump during the 2024 presidential campaign. One user mocked her outfit as “MAGA couture,” drawing a harsh line between her style and political stance.
Adding to the drama, Patrick herself had recently posted a seemingly bitter comment on Instagram after being noticeably absent from Trump’s victory celebration at Mar-a-Lago. In the photo, she sat on the floor beside two other women, captioned with, “Where was our Mar-a-Lago invite?” The post led many to speculate about a rift between Patrick and the political figure she once endorsed.
Danica Patrick has always been a polarizing figure in motorsports broadcasting. Some fans appreciate her unique perspective as a driver who’s competed at the highest levels of multiple racing disciplines. Others argue that she lacks the technical insight needed for modern F1 commentary. Her Miami appearance did little to quiet that debate — if anything, it reignited it.
Still, the actual race provided its own kind of excitement. McLaren’s Oscar Piastri took a well-earned victory, followed closely by teammate Lando Norris, with Mercedes’ George Russell finishing third. But for many fans, the podium wasn’t the main headline. It was Patrick — and the whirlwind of attention she brought with her.
Whether you saw the dress as bold, inappropriate, or simply misunderstood, one thing is clear: Danica Patrick remains a master of grabbing headlines — even when the engines aren’t running.
