Penny Chenery: Sportswoman with a $10 million net worth
Penny Chenery, also known as Helen Bates Chenery Tweedy, was born in New Rochelle, New York, and grew up around horses. Her family owned Meadow Farm, a thoroughbred racing and horse-breeding farm in Virginia. Despite her siblings’ objections, she took over the family business after her father fell ill. In just three years, she turned the stable around and gained national attention when her horse, Secretariat, became the first Triple Crown winner in 25 years in 1973.
Chenery received numerous racing awards and was one of the first women admitted to The Jockey Club in 1983. She also served as President of the Thoroughbred Owners and Breeders Association from 1976 to 1984. In 2006, she received the Eclipse Award of Merit, and The Arlington Park Penny Chenery Distinguished Woman in Racing Award was established in her honor. A film version of her story, “Secretariat,” was released in 2010.
Chenery’s net worth is estimated to be $10 million.
