Is William Fox-Pitt related to William Pitt?

Is William Fox-Pitt related to William Pitt?

Is William Fox-Pitt related to William Pitt?

Fox-Pitt was born in Hampstead, the eldest son of William Oliver Lane Fox-Pitt (1932-2012, known as Oliver) and Marietta Speed.

What age is William Fox-Pitt?

52 years (2 January 1969)
William Fox-Pitt/Age

How much does William Fox-Pitt weigh?

key facts

sport Equestrian Eventing
born 02.01.1969
town London
gender Male
weight 80kg

How many times has William Fox-Pitt won Burghley?

He is the only rider to have won Burghley on six occasions (1994, 2002, 2005, 2007, 2008 & 2011), and the only rider to have won five of the World’s six-four-star events (Badminton, Burghley, Luhmuhlen, Lexington & Pau) and is the winner of 59 international three-day events (CCI) – he gained his 59th, the CCI2*at …

Where is William Fox-Pitt based?

Dorset
In 2003 William and his wife, Channel 4 Racing presenter Alice Plunkett, began the development of a 28 stable state of the art training centre in Hinton St Mary, Dorset. In 2005 everything was complete and Wood Lane Stables has been home to Fox-Pitt Eventing ever since.

Does William Fox-Pitt have children?

Emily Fox-Pitt
Chloe Fox-PittOliver Fox-Pitt
William Fox-Pitt/Children

How many children does Alice Plunkett have?

four children
She is married to eventer William Fox-Pitt. They have four children: Oliver, Thomas, Chloe, and Emily.

Is William Fox-Pitt retired?

“The owners in the Fox-Pitt Partnership and myself have very sadly decided to retire the amazing Oslo,” said a statement from William today (28 June). “He has had a catalogue of setbacks and this year has shown some issues in his hocks.

Is Alice Plunkett married?

William Fox-Pitt
Alice Plunkett/Spouse
Personal life. She is married to eventer William Fox-Pitt. They have four children: Oliver, Thomas, Chloe, and Emily.

Who did Luke Harvey ride for?

An Interview with Luke Harvey: jockey, trainer and television personality. Born in Devon into a large family, Luke left school at sixteen and went straight to work for Captain Tim Forster. He started riding in point-to-points and had his first winner as a conditional at Taunton on 1984.

Who is Alice Plunkett husband?

Alice Plunkett/Husband

Is Barney Curley still alive?

Deceased (1939–2021)
Barney Curley/Living or Deceased

Who is the father of William Fox Pitt?

Fox-Pitt was born in Hampstead, the eldest son of William Oliver Lane Fox-Pitt (1932-2012, known as Oliver) and Marietta Speed. His father competed in many sports, and in addition had a career in the City, founding an investment bank now known as Fox-Pitt Kelton Cochran Caronia Waller.

How many Olympic medals does William Fox Pitt have?

William Fox-Pitt and Chilli Morning, Badminton Horse Trials, 2015. William Speed Lane Fox-Pitt MBE (born 2 January 1969) is an English equestrian who competes in eventing. His career highlights include winning three Olympic medals in the team event, with silver in 2004 and 2012, and bronze in 2008.

Where did William Fox Pitt go to school?

Fox-Pitt was Educated at Wellesley House School in Kent, Eton College and the University of London . Fox-Pitt began riding at age four. At 13, he stopped riding because he feared he would be bullied by his peers. With the encouragement of his parents, Fox-Pitt began his outstanding career in eventing at the age of 15.

How old is William speed Lane Fox Pitt?

William Speed Lane Fox-Pitt MBE (born 2 January 1969) is an English equestrian who competes in eventing.