Ascot’s annual lunch celebrating winning breeders highlights the remarkable story of Lady Cobham, breeder of Havana Hurricane, winner of the Windsor Castle Stakes. Despite initially selling Havana Hurricane due to a poor health prognosis, Lady Cobham’s dedication to her horses remains strong. The colt, trained by Eve Johnson Houghton, was bought for just 9,000gns but has since made a significant impact on the racing scene. Lady Cobham’s breeding legacy is steeped in perseverance, with her homebred mare Spitfire Limited—once a modest racehorse and polo pony—producing Havana Hurricane and continuing to be part of her care despite being given away temporarily.
Lady Cobham’s passion extends beyond Havana Hurricane, having recently reacquired Walson’s Law, a horse she bred and had sold earlier, demonstrating her desire to maintain close ties with her horses’ futures. Her farm in Dorset still houses notable horses like Air Pilot and Biggles, reflecting her lifelong commitment to breeding and caring for racehorses. With a family history connected to aviation and royal racing heritage, Lady Cobham’s story is one of resilience and deep responsibility, promising more memorable moments in the sport she loves.
