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Anthony Oppenheimer

b. 1937

British diamond dealer and racehorse owner

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About Anthony Oppenheimer

Born 1937. Anthony Oppenheimer is a British businessperson and diamond dealer.

Anthony Ernest Oppenheimer (born June 1937) is a British diamond dealer and racehorse owner.

Early life He was born in June 1937, the son of Sir Philip Oppenheimer, and his wife Pamela Fenn Stirling.

Career Oppenheimer was president of De Beers Group.

Racehorse owner Oppenheimer is a prominent owner and breeder of racehorses and owns Hascome & Valiant Stud in Newmarket. Famous horses under his ownership include Golden Horn, who won the 2015 Epsom Derby and Cracksman who won the 2017 Champion Stakes. A previous chair of the Thoroughbred Breeders Association, Oppenheimer was awarded the Devonshire and Dominion bronzes in 2020 to recognise outstanding contribution and commitment to the British racing and breeding industry.

Major wins as an owner Great Britain British Champions Fillies and Mares Stakes - Star Catcher (2019) Champion Stakes - (2) - Cracksman (2017, 2018) Coronation Cup - (1) - Cracksman (2018) Coronation Stakes - (2) - Rebecca Sharp (1997), Balisada (1999) Eclipse Stakes - Golden Horn (2015) Epsom Derby - Golden Horn (2015)

France Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe - Golden Horn (2015) Prix d'Ispahan - Sasuru (1997) Prix Ganay - Cracksman (2018) Prix Vermeille - Star Catcher (2019)

Ireland Irish Champion Stakes - Golden Horn (2015) Irish Oaks - Star Catcher (2019)

Personal life Oppenheimer married Penelope Walker in 1965, but they divorced in 1983, following her affair with Captain Fred Barker, a Singer sewing machine heir.

They had three daughters, Sophie, Emily and Arabella.

He later married Antoinette Lucas.

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Important facts

Born
1937, United Kingdom
Birth century
Nationality
Employers
De Beers
Also known as
Anthony Ernest Oppenheimer

Family & relationships

Parent
Philip Oppenheimer

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Anthony Oppenheimer?

British diamond dealer and racehorse owner

When was Anthony Oppenheimer born?

Anthony Oppenheimer was born in 1937 in United Kingdom.

What is Anthony Oppenheimer's occupation?

Anthony Oppenheimer is a businessperson and diamond dealer.

What nationality is Anthony Oppenheimer?

Anthony Oppenheimer is British.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Anthony Oppenheimer

Β· Wikidata: Q24234226

Β· DBpedia: Anthony Oppenheimer

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