Aside from a property, what is the most expensive thing you have bought?

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Victoria Pendleton British cyclist

A horse. I have two: Vesperal Dream and According To Sarah.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 22 July 2017 source ↗

Kevin Pietersen English cricketer

Cars. I’ve got a Tesla at the moment.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 8 June 2019 source ↗

Bradley Wiggins British former professional road and track racing cyclist

I bought a pink leader’s jersey from the 1953 Tour of Italy which belonged to Swiss rider Hugo Koblet. I spent £45,000.

Recorded The Guardian, The Q&A, The Guardian, 21 September 2019 source ↗

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