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Michael Whitaker was born on 17 March, 1960 in Huddersfield, is a British equestrian. Discover Michael Whitaker's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 63 years old?

Popular As Michael Whitaker
Occupation N/A
Age 63 years old
Zodiac Sign Pisces
Born 17 March, 1960
Birthday 17 March
Birthplace Huddersfield
Nationality Great Britain

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Michael Whitaker Height, Weight & Measurements

At 63 years old, Michael Whitaker height is 1.72 m and Weight 70 kg.

Physical Status
Height 1.72 m
Weight 70 kg
Body Measurements Not Available
Eye Color Not Available
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Who Is Michael Whitaker's Wife?

His wife is Melissa Braybrooke (m. 2013)

Family
Parents Not Available
Wife Melissa Braybrooke (m. 2013)
Sibling Not Available
Children Jack Whitaker

Michael Whitaker Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Michael Whitaker worth at the age of 63 years old? Michael Whitaker’s income source is mostly from being a successful Equestrian. He is from Great Britain. We have estimated Michael Whitaker's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
Salary in 2024 Under Review
Net Worth in 2023 Pending
Salary in 2023 Under Review
House Not Available
Cars Not Available
Source of Income Equestrian

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Timeline

1960

Michael Whitaker (born 17 March 1960) is a British Olympic equestrian rider, who competes in the sport of show jumping.

1980

At the age of 16, he made his debut in international competitions and in 1980 he became the second youngest winner of the Hickstead Derby, at the age of 20.

In December 1980, Whitaker married Belgian show jumper Veronique.

1993

In September 1993 he took over from his brother John as the internationally top-ranked show jumping rider.

1997

They separated in 1997, and later divorced.

2009

In 2009 Whitaker was banned from competition for four months after his stallion Tackeray tested positive for a synthetic hormone altrenogest during a competition in France.

Altrenogest is a female hormone that Whitaker claimed was present in the sample due to a mix up in feed buckets.

Whitaker was found to be negligent for the positive test.

Born and raised on his parents' farm in Yorkshire.

He and his three brothers were taught to ride by their mother Enid, a keen horsewoman.

Michael began riding aged three on a Shetland pony named Hercules.

2013

He married his second wife on 13 August 2013.

They live in Whatton, Nottinghamshire with their children.

2014

He was ranked 5th by the British Showjumping Association in March 2014.

Younger brother of John Whitaker, Michael began competing on ponies at the age of 5.