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Nayel Nassar & ESI Ali are the Aces of the $32,000 Artemis Grand Prix CSI 2*

Regarding the intricacies of the jump-off course, Nayel stated: “Whenever you have a broken line like that, it’s all about the track that you ride, in the jump-off, you were coming in the inside line, getting the six strides pretty easy. In the first round, you’re obviously starting off, you’re not going to have much stride as you do in the jump-off, you could have stayed middle in the middle and it ended up being seven. Alan’s pretty notorious for that but I didn’t see too much of an issue there.”

Nassar Takes the Crown in $38,700 Great Oak Speed Stake presented by Old Salem Farm

Seven Olympic veterans competed in Saturday’s $38,700 Great Oak Speed Stake presented by Old Salem Farm, including Egypt’s Nayel Nassar, who proved uncatchable aboard Evergate Stables LLC’s 11-year-old Selle Français gelding Dorado De Riverland. The pair were 1.78 seconds faster than their fellow competitors, bringing home the win in a faultless time of 56.71 seconds.

Apart HX, Coronado & Glamour Girl are awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award

And then there is Coronado, the first DSHS-ambassador that made it all the way to the Olympic Games with Nayel Nassar. We could not be prouder of having an Olympic reference, which thanks to his current but also previous rider Francisco Pasquel, is also on his way to earning almost as much as Glamour Girl.

MONACO N.O.P.: From Second String to Podium Prodigy (Without Ever Winning a 4* or 5* GP)

Although he’s often described as “energetic” by his rider, there’s nothing brisk about how Harrie Smolders has produced longtime mount Monaco N.O.P. over the last seven years.

Slow and steady is a better motto for the gelding, who, today, is often the go-to horse of choice for Smolders in critical Nations Cup and World Cup Finals competitions.

Harrie Smolders and Devino vd Weretherbach Z win Youngster final Dublin!

In Dublin, Harrie Smolders has left the competition behind in the 1.40m Youngster Final. Harrie Smolders and the eight-year-old son of De Flor 111 Z, Devino vd Weretherbach Z (breeder: Heinz Lentz) were just faster than Aaron Vale with BWP ruin, Styles (Cornet Obolensky).

The Dutch Team for the Olympics in Paris announced

Harrie Smolders and Uricas vd Kattevennen (Uriko x Cassini I, bred by Otto Boje Schoof and owned by BVBA Spronken Leon, groom Josefine Goransson), and as a direct reserve Monaco N.O.P. (Cassini II x Contender, bred by Ralf Luetje and owned by Evergate Stables LLC.)

Jos Verlooy and Nayel Nassar shine bright at Spruce Meadows!

Egypt’s Nayel Nassar took first place in the ATCO Cup 1.45m, his second win of the day, after he also won the Martime Travel Cup 1.40m. Nassar, atop Belgian Warmblood Linguini De La Pomme (Marius Claudius), beat 10 other jump-off riders emerging from a competition of 28 starting athletes.

Nassar Wins Numbers Game in CSI4* West Coast Cup 1.45m

The CSI4* West Coast Cup 1.45m Friday morning proved to be quite a numbers game, and Nayel Nassar (EGY) caught on quickly.

Nassar Makes the Right Call in CSI5* Winning Round 1.50m

As Nayel Nassar (EGY) readied for the winner’s round of the CSI5* Winning Round 1.50m with Ivory TCS, he weighed his options.

Nassar claims victory in $38,700 FEI 1.45m two-phase at 2024 Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows

Egypt’s Nayel Nassar claimed victory in the $38,700 FEI 1.45m two-phase at the 2024 Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows on Thursday, putting in a speedy 25.52-second time over Alan Wade’s 15-effort course aboard Dorado de Riverland (Untouchable M x Argentinus).

Linguini de la Pomme Back to Winning Ways for Philip McGuane in $32,000 ProElite CSI3* 1.45m Speed

Ireland’s Philip McGuane returned to familiar territory at the grass derby field at Equestrian Village on Saturday with a win in the $32,000 ProElite CSI3* 1.45m Speed during the second week of the 2024 ESP Spring Series, presented by Florida Coast Equipment.

Nayel Nassar announces exciting partnership with Edmiston.

March 19, 2024

Nayel Nassar is thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with Edmiston, luxury yacht management and broker. After five successful years of collaboration through the Paris Panthers Global Champions League team, Nayel and Edmiston are looking forward to a seamless continuation of elite sportsmanship and unparalleled maritime luxury, promising an extraordinary venture ahead.

Nayel, known for his exceptional talent and dedication to the sport, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity, stating, "I am truly honored to continue a partnership with Edmiston as I pursue my individual goals as a show jumping athlete. Their steadfast dedication to excellence and innovation mirrors my own values, and I am eager to embark on this journey together."

“We are delighted to welcome Nayel to the Edmiston family,” stated Jamie Edmiston, Chief Executive of Edmiston. “His remarkable achievements, relentless pursuit of greatness and global ambition resonate with our brand ethos, and we are proud to support his endeavors."

Born in Chicago, Illinois in 1991, Nayel competes internationally for Egypt. Raised in Kuwait by Egyptian parents, he first sat on a horse at a local riding school when he was five. His passion for equestrian sport continued to grow, until he won his first FEI Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi in 2011, aboard his stallion Vangelis S. Nayel went on to represent his country at the FEI World Cup Finals in 2013, 2014 and 2017 and the FEI World Equestrian Games in 2014, picking up several big Grand Prix victories along the way.

In October 2019, Nayel and Lucifer V rode double clear in the CSIO Rabat Nations Cup, helping to qualify Team Egypt for the Tokyo Olympic Games for the first time in 60 years. Nayel currently competes on the international circuit as part of the team at Evergate Stables, with the goal of competing individually for Egypt in the 2024 Paris Olympic Games.

Edmiston is one of the world’s most successful and respected yacht brokerage companies.   It’s iconic red brand is instantly recognisable, and with offices in London, Monaco, New York, Miami, Newport and Mexico City, Edmiston is a company synonymous with revolutionising yacht marketing.  The company has been involved in some of the most important yacht sales, charter and new construction transactions of the last 20 years; and continues to inject innovation and energy into every one of its activities.  Founded by Chairman Nicholas Edmiston in 1996, the company is today headed by Jamie Edmiston who has been Chief Executive since 2014.

One of the most recognizable faces in the yacht business, Jamie joined his father’s business in 2001 following an early career in strategic brand development.   The architect of the distinctive Edmiston identity, he worked initially in London before moving to the United States to establish the Edmiston name before returning to Europe.   In 2011, Jamie had a brief hiatus from yachting, leading the successful takeover and revival of the British luxury brand LINLEY.  He returned to Edmiston as Chief Executive in the Autumn of 2014.  Well known as an innovator and visionary, he is also one of the most proactive and successful deal makers in the industry, being responsible for putting together some of the largest and most complex deals of this decade.

Through this partnership, Nayel and Edmiston aim to inspire others to pursue their passions fearlessly while enjoying the finest experiences that life has to offer.

For media inquiries, please contact:

media@evergatestables.com or visit Edmiston.com

Nayel Nassar and Ivory TCS team up to win $32,000 Dodd Technologies 1.50m

Continuing a banner day for Evergate Stables on Friday, Nayel Nassar (EGY) piloted the newly-acquired 11-year-old Dutch Warmblood mare, Ivory TCS (Falaise de Muze x Ukato), to the pinnacle position in the $32,000 Dodd Technologies 1.50m.

Philip McGuane and Orphea HQ Rise to the Challenge

Ireland's Philip McGuane piloted the Evergate Stables-owned Orphea HQ to a career-best victory for the mare in Friday’s $62,500 Adequan® WEF Challenge Cup Round 6.

Nayel is Crowned Champion in the $221,600CAD Visit Greater Palm Springs CSI5* Grand Prix

Nayel Nassar (EGY) had to wait of a win during Desert Holiday, but a win finally came his way on Friday night of Desert Holiday 2, presented by Visit Greater Palm Springs. Aboard Coronado, owned by Evergate Stables LLC, Nassar rode to the win in the $221,600CAD Visit Greater Palm Springs CSI5* Grand Prix, bringing home the victory he had been waiting for.

Smolders Secures Second Longines Global Champions Tour Championship

In an entry destined for the history books, the unstoppable Harrie Smolders has claimed the esteemed title of the 2023 Longines Global Champions Tour Champion of Champions, marking a moment that will endure through the ages. Securing this title for the second time, Smolders has soared into the realm of stardom.

Nayel Nassar and Coronado Debut at Tryon International with a win in 328’000 CHF Land Rover Asheville Grand Prix CSI4*

Nayel Nassar (EGY) and longtime mount Coronado were the sole horse-and-rider pair to go double clear in the Tryon Stadium as part of Saturday Night Lights presented by Tryon Horse & Home, scoring the winning payday in the 328’000 CHF Land Rover Asheville Grand Prix CSI4* in a time of 45.24 seconds.

When it come to Million Dollar Classes, Egypt’s Nayel Nassar has won a few.

By Carley Sparks | Horse Network — Ten years ago, at age 22, the then Stanford senior won the HITS Million in Saugerties, NY aboard Lordan. The gelding was only nine and the win was the non-official start of Nassar’s professional career.

In March 2018, he and his fleet footed mount added a second million dollar title to their resume when they captured the AIG $1 Million Grand Prix in Coachella, CA.

Harrie Smolders and Monaco N.O.P. seal Dutch hat-trick in Rotterdam

On a day of very differing fortunes for the eight competing countries, The Netherlands won through on home ground at the third leg of the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ 2023 Europe Division 1 series in Rotterdam (NED) on Friday afternoon.

Jumpr App and the Data-Driven Future of Horse Sport

By Carley Sparks | Horse Network – The formula for picking draft picks on a Fantasy Sports Team is skill + opportunity = success.

It’s the same one Egyptian Olympian Nayel Nassar uses to guide his sports career.

And it’s no coincidence. Nassar is a show jumper by trade—and a fantasy basketball fanatic by leisure. When he isn’t in the saddle, training his enviable string of horses or competing in 5* events around the globe, you’ll likely find him on his phone catching the latest basketball game, tracking player stats and obsessing over data trends.

From youngster to International Grand Prix horse: Monaco.

With the Netherland’s Harrie Smolders in the saddle, Monaco (Cassini II x Contender) has over the last year recorded an impressive list of results.

Evergate Stables horses don’t have a therapist. But if they did, he’d probably look and act a lot like Assistant Trainer Simone Besutti.

Instead of a therapist’s chair, though, you’re more likely to find Simone in the saddle, or watching his horses and riders from along the rail.

Nayel Nassar Blazes the Trail in the $50,000 Adequan WEF Challenge Cup Series Round Three CSI4* Jumping Rings Around the World

The class had the most entries of the day and rising to the top was Nayel Nassar (EGY) riding Igor Van De Wittemoere, owned by Evergate Stables, LLC.

Nayel Nassar Jumping Rings Around the World

When Nayel Nassar competed in the Tokyo Olympic Games, he had people cheering him on from all around the globe.

Monaco Crowned Highest Earning Horse of 2021

Thanks to his performance in the World Cup of London two weeks ago, the 13-year-old Holstein gelding Monaco can now crown himself the highest-earning horse of 2021.

Nayel Nassar and Igor Van De Wittemoere Win Spectacularly in $137,000 Noltrex®Vet Grand Prix CSI3*

No strangers to the winner’s circle and recent competitors at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Nayel Nassar (EGY) and Evergate Stables, LLC’s Igor Van De Wittemoere finished in spectacular form as the only double-clear duo to top the class.

Nassar captures third Spruce Meadows title this series with Scotiabank Cup crown

Friday, September 17 (via CalgarySun.com) — Nayel Nassar has to be the envy of all other competitors at Spruce Meadows during this September Series, bar none.

“I’m so blessed right now,” conceded the 30-year-old Egyptian rider. “I really have Evergate Stables to thank. We have a fantastic team to keep these horses feeling great. We do have some young horses coming up as well, so hopefully this is just the beginning.

Nassar, Darry Lou take jump-off victory for CANA Cup at Spruce Meadows

Thursday, September 9 (via CalgarySun.com) — It’s one thing to be handed a proven championship horse. It’s another to get results with it.

Nayel Nassar couldn’t help but be terribly excited when the stable he rides for, Jennifer Gates’ Evergate, pried Darry Lou away from Beezie Madden. After all, the 13-year-old stallion had several grand prix and Nations Cup under its belt, including perhaps the biggest of them all, the CP International at the Spruce Meadows Masters, in 2018.

Olympian Nassar caps North American with CNOOC victory at Spruce Meadows

Monday, September 6 (via CalgarySun.com) — On a balmy Sunday afternoon in the Spruce Meadows International Ring, Nassar capped off a pretty fine week at the National tournament by winning the five-star CNOOC International aboard his Olympic partner.

“It feels great,” said Nassar, 30, with a smile. “I’m so proud of my horse. We’ve been close so many times this week. Today, my horse was absolutely fantastic.”

Nayel Nassar Announces Launch of JUMPR App for Show Jumping Statistics and Analytics

(JUMPRapp.co) August 9, 2021 – Olympian and professional equestrian Nayel Nassar is proud to announce the launch of JUMPR, an iOS app designed to deliver comprehensive show jumping statistics and analytics in a reimagined way. Nassar and his cofounder, Minhee Lee, developed JUMPR to allow show jumping professionals and fans to improve their game using the latest performance analytics for over 110,000 horses and 40,000 riders.

“Minhee and I have worked very hard to create a platform that delivers comprehensive show jumping statistics and analytics at your fingertips. Our goal is that JUMPR will revolutionize the way equestrians search, explore, discover and follow horses and riders,” Nassar comments.

With data on clear round percentages, average faults, <4 faults percentage, aggregated prize money, top placings, and more, JUMPR completely reconfigures the way international equestrian sport is viewed.

The JUMPR App features: (watch video)

• An innovative new experience: Dynamically search and follow your favorite horses and riders to gain insights like never before

• A deeper analytical dive into a horse or rider’s performance to help your team make better strategic decisions

• The ability to follow your favorites, claim your horses, and get notified when new results are available

From riders and trainers to broadcasters and fans, JUMPR allows users to interactively search an indexed database to efficiently find the information they need. By cross-referencing performance trends over more than 2.7 million international competition results, strategic decisions can be informed quickly.
Learn more about JUMPR and view tutorials at jumprapp.co, or start your free trial by searching “Jumpr Equestrian” in the App Store.

Nayel Nassar and Igor van de Wittemoere Set to Compete in Tokyo for Team Egypt

Wednesday, July 28 - Nayel Nassar and Igor van de Wittemoere are only a few days away from taking the Olympic show jumping stage with Team Egypt, who qualified for the first time in 60 years. Read more about their qualification here.

Show jumping events are set to begin Tuesday, August 3rd with the individual qualifying competition. View the complete coverage schedule below or by visiting NBCSports.com.

Panthers Continue Their Prowl Up the GCL Ranking after Back to Back Victories

Sunday, July 25 (via GCGlobalChampions.com) – Paris Panthers achieved their second GCL win in a row today in a knife-edge battle in Berlin where the last team to go Monaco Aces dramatically lost their lead.

The Panthers heavyweight pairing of Nayel Nassar and Darragh Kenny kept cool under pressure for a back to back victory, maximising the team’s chance to fast-track to the GCL Super Cup semi-final at the GC Prague Playoffs in November.

It was the first event since the GCL mid-season transfer window with new rider signings and fresh horsepower as the championship battle intensifies.

Speaking about his talented grey gelding Nassar explained: “It is only our third show together and he tries his heart out every time. I am so lucky and blessed to be riding him right now. This is always a cool show. It is a very unique venue and the crowd is always enthusiastic. The warm-up is far away so it is a big build-up walking down to the ring and that's a really cool feeling as a rider to be here.”

After lots of double clears yesterday Kenny spoke about the course: “I thought he [Frank Rothenberger] was going to try and make it a lot harder today which he succeeded in and it became a very tough class.”

Power-Packed Win for Paris Panthers in GCL of Monaco

Saturday, July 3 (via gcglobalchampions.com) – Nayel Nassar and Darragh Kenny propelled Paris Panthers to a meteoric rise up the overall GCL rankings today with formidable double clears securing their first victory of the season in the in the stunning destination of Monte Carlo.

Today’s turbulent GCL Round 2 triggered some dramatic moves in the overall ranking with Paris Panthers leapfrogging into 4th position on 117 points, but some of the top teams dropped down the standings.

Team Evergate Stables Sees International Success at European 5* Events 

Monday, June 7 – Team Evergate Stables riders Nayel Nassar (EGY) and Harrie Smolders (NED) produced excellent results this weekend at the Longines St. Gallen CSIO 5* and the Longines Global Champions Tour Valkenswaard CSI 5*. With multiple clear rounds, both riders and horses were in brilliant form to secure top placings throughout the weekend.

Nayel Nassar and Igor van de Wittemoere began the weekend at CSIO St. Gallen with a stunning victory in the Longines Grand Prix of Switzerland, besting a field of 50 top international riders. With 13 riders back for the second round, Nassar and Igor put in another spectacular clear effort to secure the win, finishing just one-tenth of a second ahead of Scott Brash and Hello Vincent. 

On Sunday, Nassar competed as the anchor rider for Team Egypt in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Switzerland aboard Darry Lou, in their first Nations Cup competition together. With a clear effort in the first round, Nassar and Darry Lou had just a single rail in the second round, securing 4th place for Team Egypt.

“Wow, what a week we just had! This was my first time in St. Gallen and actually my first CSIO 5*, not counting the Nations Cup Final in Barcelona where I competed just once before,” remarked Nassar. “The venue in St. Gallen was absolutely stunning, with plenty of room to ride and graze the horses. Igor particularly appreciated the space, allowing him to stay quiet, relaxed, and focused throughout the week. Friday’s Grand Prix was a big test but I’m so proud of how he handled himself out there. It was just our day, with the course playing to his strengths, and a long galloping 2nd round that also suited his quick foot speed. Sunday’s Nations Cup was Darry’s turn and he jumped two great rounds in the rain, helping Egypt to a solid 4th place finish. I couldn’t be happier with the horses or more grateful to our team who works so hard.”

Meanwhile in the Netherlands, Harrie Smolders competed in the Global Champions League (GCL) and Longines Global Champions Tour (LGCT) Valkenswaard CSI 5* with Monaco and Dolinn NOP. Smolders and Dolinn rode clear for the Paris Panthers in the first round of GCL Valkenswaard alongside Darragh Kenny and Scarlett du Sart Z, putting the team in the lead going into Saturday’s GCL Final Round.

On Saturday, Smolders and Monaco also rode clear in the GCL Valkenswaard Final, finishing 5th individually to secure a place in the LGCT Valkenswaard Grand Prix. Changing horses for the LGCT Grand Prix, Smolders and Dolinn put in their second clear round of the weekend to qualify for the jumpoff, where a single rail at the last fence landed them in 4th place. 

Smolders and Monaco returned on Sunday to compete in the 1.50m CSI 5*, finishing third after a nail-biting jump off. The pair produced a fast and efficient double clear effort, with less than half a second separating the top four riders.

“It’s always a pleasure jumping at the first-class facilities of the Tops International Arena," noted Smolders. "Both Dolinn and Monaco seemed to love the big grass arena and were jumping brilliantly. I was delighted with both horses, they did not put a foot wrong, and it is with thanks to the whole team at Evergate Stables that they were able to produce such flawless rounds.”

Smolders was named Rider of the Week in Valkenswaard by LGCT after his incredible performances over the weekend.

“To have two different riders on four Evergate horses produce clear rounds at the top level of our sport on the same weekend is remarkable,” noted Jennifer Gates, Founder of Evergate Stables. “There is so much hard work and preparation that contributes to the success of our horses and riders: I’d like to thank everyone at Evergate Stables who has been a part of these team efforts. We have an excellent group of individuals and horses at the moment, and I can’t wait to see what they continue to accomplish in this coming year.”

After an exciting weekend of show jumping with top results, Team Evergate Stables is looking forward to continued success in Europe this summer in advance of the Tokyo Olympic Games. Follow us on instagram and facebook for the latest updates, photos and more!

Jenn Gates on HCTV’s The Check In with Catie Staszak

September 25, 2020 – Jenn Gates joins Catie Staszak for the latest episode of The Check In on Horse and Country TV to discuss riding and medical school during the pandemic, the importance of mental health, and more.

Riding With Poise With Jennifer Gates

July 30, 2020 – Jenn joins Bethany Lee on The Equestrian Podcast to give insight into balancing her two passions, riding and medicine, as well as coping with the pandemic and getting to know Darry Lou during quarantine!

Jenn Gates: Life, Riding and Medical School

June 23, 2020 (via SidelinesMagazine.com) – Jennifer “Jenn” Gates has a lot to be excited about. She’s engaged to the man of her dreams, she’s balancing her passion for riding with her studies at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS) and she recently acquired grand prix superstar Darry Lou from Beezie Madden and Abigail Wexner.

When Jenn talks about her fiancé, grand prix rider Nayel Nassar, she can’t keep a bright smile from stealing over her face, reaching not just her eyes but her voice as she sits in her New York City apartment. When asked about riding while at medical school, she emanates gratitude for the opportunity to ride and for the people who support her, acknowledging that the situation will continue to evolve as her studies progress.

Meet Nayel Nassar and Lucifer V

April 10, 2020 (via EQLiving.com) – Aggravated bucks and pinned ears are a common sight to see when Nayel Nassar’s Lucifer V steps into the show-jumping arena. The 14-year-old Westphalian gelding is known for his warm-up antics and requires some special care when getting started in the show ring. Despite is testy behavior, Lucifer and Nassar have seen much success over their brief two years of partnership. While the road to victory wasn’t easy for this pair, Lucifer has become one of Nassar’s favorite and most successful horses.

Evergate Stables Welcomes Darry Lou

April 2, 2020 – "I am so grateful and excited to have Darry Lou join the Evergate Stables team. I have admired this wonderful horse and his partnership with Beezie, one of my biggest idols in equestrian sport, for a long time," remarked Jennifer Gates, President of Evergate Stables. "While we are saddened not to see Darry and Beezie at the Olympics this year, we are looking forward to getting know him at home while the competition restrictions remain in place, and continuing to give him the love and care he deserves. I want to extend a huge thank you to John and Beezie, the John Madden Sales team, as well as my coach, Harrie Smolders, and Darry Lou's former owner, Mrs. Abigail Wexner, for making this partnership possible." ⁠

From John Madden Sales:⁠
It is with mixed emotions that John Madden Sales, Inc and Mrs. Abigail Wexner announce the sale of Darry Lou to Evergate Stables, LLC. While we will be sad to see him go, we are excited to see him join the team at Evergate Stables, LLC. Darry Lou had previously been tried and was under contract for after the 2020 Olympic Games, but the postponement of the Games changed the timeline of the sale.⁠
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“I have been very lucky to have had Darry Lou in my life and I will always cherish the incredible moments we had together. I can’t thank Abigail Wexner enough for making it all possible. I think Jennifer and Darry Lou will be a great partnership and I look forward to seeing what they can do together. I have no doubt Darry is going to an exceptional home and I wish Jennifer and Harrie the best of luck with him,” commented Beezie Madden. 

Jenn Gates: You have to cultivate confidence in yourself

March 15, 2020 – Jenn sat down with Jan Black and Laura Owens on their podcast, Nobody Told Me!, to discuss coping with the ups and downs of such a challenging sport, and how she balances medical school with riding at a top level.

Groom Spotlight: Macias Is A Staple Of Success At Evergate

February 4, 2020 (Chronofhorse.com) - When it comes to horses, Luis Macias knows there’s always a lesson to be learned. As a crucial member of the Evergate Stables team, Macias works with horses of tremendous talent and ones with larger than life personalities that make his job entertaining and rewarding.

What Girls Really Need to Succeed in STEM

October 19, 2019 (via TeenVogue.com) – In this op-ed, Kiara Nirghin speaks to Jennifer Gates, daughter of Bill and Melinda Gates, about what girls need to succeed in STEM fields.

For Jennifer Gates, neither a knack for chemistry nor the confidence to feel she belonged in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) field came immediately. For many girls, this lack of confidence coupled with unsupportive environments can push them further away from a career in science and tech.

Nayel Nassar and Lucifer V Help Olympic Dreams Come True for Team Egypt at CSIO 4* Rabat

October 13, 2019 – Nayel Nassar and Lucifer V rode double clear in the Nations’ Cup of Rabat for Team Egypt on Sunday, helping secure the first Olympic qualification for Egypt in 60 years. The Egyptian team also finished on the center podium in first place for the Nations’ Cup competition, with a team total of only three faults in the second round.

Taking Off - Episode 2: Team Spirit with the Paris Panthers

September 8, 2019 (via Global Champions League) – Team Spirit: The Paris Panthers star in the second of our Taking Off episodes, giving a unique insight into the strength behind the team, and how horses always, always come first. Watch this exclusive behind the scenes film with the Paris Panthers, as you’ve never seen them before.

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Calgary CSIO5*

Lexington, KY - August 22, 2019 – US Equestrian has named the following athletes to the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup Calgary CSIO5*. The competition is part of the Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament taking place in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, September 4-8.

The following athletes will represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Calgary CSIO5* under Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland, listed alphabetically:

Sloane Coles (The Plains, Va.)
Jennifer Gates (Medina, Wash.)
Beezie Madden (Cazenovia, N.Y.)
McLain Ward (Brewster, N.Y.)

September 4, 2019 [Update] – We are sad to report that Capital Colnardo and Jennifer Gates will not be competing at the Spruce Meadows Masters this weekend. While honored to represent USA Jumping as part of the Nations’ Cup, Cody came up sore this past weekend and we know it is in the best interest of his wellbeing and the success of the team to withdraw our participation. This decision was not made lightly, and we sincerely hope to have the chance to represent our country again soon.

Pressure and Presence: Jennifer Gates is Finding Success in the Moment

By Nina Fedrizzi and Carley Sparks

Langley, BC - August 22, 2019 – It was a sun dappled, spring afternoon in Northern, Germany, an idyllic backdrop to the prize giving ceremony taking place at the Global Champions League (GCL) of Hamburg.

For Jennifer Gates, the moment was extraordinary in more ways than one. Riding Capital Colnardo, the 23-year-old and her Paris Panthers teammate (and partner), Nayel Nassar (EGY), had just earned a major podium finish following strong, back-to-back rounds over two days of competition. Alas, when the podium exploded into the obligatory champagne fight between the Panthers and the top two placing teams, Gates—struggling to open her own bottle—was drenched in the crossfire.

“Apparently I need to learn how to pop champagne bottles because that’s a podium thing and I’m the biggest rookie… help!” Gates joked, good-naturedly, on her Instagram.

Popping bottles aside, the American U25 rider ought to cut herself some slack. Halfway through the 2019 season, it’s clear Gates is having a renaissance, not just in her own riding, but in the expansion of her Evergate Stables operations, currently based at three primary locations in Florida, Belgium, and New York.

In the Barn with Jennifer Gates

Wellington, FL - June 5, 2019 – Jennifer Gates and Evergate Stables are featured in the June/July edition of Equestrian Living magazine.

Equestrian Living’s popular June wedding feature looks at the millennials’ new trends and ideas for memorable weddings. In the cover feature story, EQLiving was selected as the first major equestrian magazine to visit Jennifer Gates, the recent college graduate and show jumper, at her farm in Wellington, Florida.

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Team Evergate Stables Wins First and Second in Prestigious Longines Grand Prix of New York

New York, NY - April 28, 2019 – In a fabulous finish in Sunday’s $400,000 Longines Grand Prix of New York, Evergate Stables pairs Nayel Nassar and Lucifer V and Harrie Smolders and Une de l’Othain took first and second place, respectively, in the thrilling grand finale of the Longines Masters of New York at NYCB LIVE. 

With a difficult course set by Frank Rothenberger, only six riders managed to jump clear in the first round. Joined by the six riders who had posted the fastest four-fault rounds, a total of 12 combinations entered the jump off.

Harrie Smolders (NED), currently ranked number four in the world, was the second to last rider in the ring with Evergate Stables LLC’s 11-year-old Selle Francais mare, Une de l’Othain.  Posting the fastest time so far, the pair moved to the top of the leaderboard with a time of 39.46 seconds.

Nayel Nassar (EGY) and Lucifer V were the last combination in the ring, and after their previous victory in Friday night’s Longines Speed Challenge, there was no doubt that this pair had the ability to be fast. Nassar and Evergate Stables LLC’s 13-year-old Westphalian gelding cleared the last jump with the fastest time of the night, 38.59 seconds.

Nassar is not only the first rider to ever win both the Longines Speed Challenge and the Longines Grand Prix at the same event, but the first to do it with the same horse.

“A result like this is incredible and we are so proud!” commented Evergate Stables President, Jennifer Gates. “Success at this level is truly a testament to the hard work Nayel and Harrie have put in with these horses, as well as to the team behind the scenes that makes it all possible. It is not often that the same team wins 1st and 2nd in the same event, especially at a 5* Grand Prix! I’m so thankful for their hard work with Lucifer and Une, and honored that they are part of the Evergate Stables family.”

Nayel Nassar: “Believe it or not this was my very first FEI 5* Grand Prix victory”

April 28, 2019 (via horsenetwork.com) – Imagine, for a moment, that you were to scan the world top 150 rankings and pick the rider least likely to be paired with a horse named Lucifer.

Baby faced Martin Fuchs (SUI) might stand out.

Or doe eyed Ben Maher (GBR).

But the obvious choice would be the very rider currently wiping arena floors with Evergate LLC’s speed demon, Egypt’s Nayel Nassar.

Warm, humble, unfailingly polite, this is a guy who celebrated his first (of three) HITS Million grand prix wins—at age 22—by going out for a quiet dinner with his groom and whose mom will wrap complete strangers in an affectionate embrace simply for being introduced.

Nassar is a gentle soul. But he’s riding on the devil’s shoulders atop Lucifer V and they’ve quickly become a force to be reckoned with for their deadly fast rounds in speed classes and Grand Prix, alike.

For the second time in the space of a week, the two-time World Cup finalist and 13-year-old Westphalian gelding proved unbeatable at the Longines Masters of New York.

Twenty-nine combinations contested Frank Rothenberger’s course in the $400,000 Longines Grand Prix of New York, held at NYCB LIVE on Sunday.

With the top 12 returning for the second round, each progressively faster than the last, Belgium’s Olivier Philippaerts and H&M Cue Channa 42 set the standard when they shaved a second off Daniel Bluman (ISR) and Landriano Z’s time to stop the clock at 40.93 seconds. One round later, world number four Harrie Smolders (NED) and Une de l’Othain proved under the 40 mark was possible, clocking in at 39.46 seconds to move into the lead.

But Nassar saved the best for last. Speeding around the course from the first to the last with lightning ground speed and daring turns, he and Lucifer galloped home through the timers in 38.59 seconds and set the crowd alight!

Egypt’s Nayel Nassar Writes History in Longines Grand Prix of New York

April 28, 2019 (via LonginesMasters.com) – Nayel Nassar of Egypt treated the crowd to a fabulous finish in the $400,000 Longines Grand Prix of New York, the grand finale of the Longines Masters of New York on Sunday, April 28, at NYCB LIVE.

German course designing mastermind, Frank Rothenberger, created a difficult test for the 29 horse and rider combinations brave enough to accept the challenge, knowing 12 of them would be lucky enough to move on to the second round.  Six riders representing six different nations managed to jump clear over the tough track and were joined by the six riders who had posted the fastest four-fault rounds for an all-deciding final.

Going in reverse order of standing and carrying faults forward from the first round, the tension mounted as the double clear performances began to present themselves.  Captain Brian Cournane of Ireland was the first to jump double clear with Dino but his conservative time of 45.88 seconds left the door wide open for the riders who followed.  Israel’s Daniel Bluman received a huge cheer from the crowd when he jumped clear in a time of 41.95 seconds with Landriano Z, putting him in fourth in the final standings.

Olivier Philippaerts, 25, of Belgium was one second faster in 40.93 seconds riding H&M Cue Channa 42 and looked unbeatable but, as the saying goes, it’s not over until it’s over.

Dutch show jumping sensation Harrie Smolders, currently ranked number four in the world, did the seemingly impossible by leaving all the rails in place and racing home in a time of 39.46 seconds to move to the top of the leaderboard riding Une de l’Othain, an 11-year-old Selle Francais mare owned by his student, Jennifer Gates, and her Evergate Stables LLC.

But there was one challenger still to come and there was no doubt about his ability to be fast.  Nassar and Lucifer V had claimed Friday’s highlight event, the Longines Speed Challenge, and were hungry to taste victory again.

In a breathtaking performance, Nassar’s partnership with the 13-year-old Westphalian gelding, also owned by Evergate Stables LLC, was on full display as they cleared hurdle after hurdle with the greatest of ease, and in a deceptively fast time.  When they galloped home through the timers in 38.59 seconds, the crowd erupted.  New York had its winner!

Limited Breeding Opportunities Available Now for Capital Colnardo and Pacific des Essarts

CAPITAL COLNARDO: 2005 Holsteiner (Colman x Coronado 3)
For inquiries, contact emily@spycoastfarm.com.

Capital Colnardo is a seasoned international competitor who has garnered top results across Europe and North America. He is considered to be one of best showjumpers in the world today. Capital Colnardo started his show career with Nicole Horwood in South Africa before moving up the ranks from CSI2* to CSI5* with Audrey Coulter and Harrie Smolders. He has delivered many clear rounds and top placings in various Nation’s Cups, Global Champions League, and countless international Grand Prixes including winning at the Longines Masters of New York and CSI 5* Basel in 2018. In 2018, Jennifer Gates of Evergate Stables, LLC purchased Capital Colnardo and has been campaigning him successfully in the US and Europe.

Capital Colnardo’s pedigree showcases the very best Holsteiner blood, including the influential Carthago, Lord, and Corrado I. Colman, Capital Colnardo’s sire, won his 100-day jumping test and was placed in the top group overall. Colman has become one of the leading German sires due to his offspring’s success in the show ring and his high rate of producing exceptional licensed stallions.

Capital has great intelligence and rideability, looks, and a lovely temperament. He has easy scope for the jump and an effortless ground covering stride. His small crop of offspring are showing athleticism and scope.

TOP RESULTS:
1st place CSI3* Roeser 2015 ridden by Harrie Smolders
1st place CSIO4* Nations Cup Wellington 2016 ridden by Audrey Coulter
1st place CSI3* World Cup Rancho Murieta 2016 ridden by Audrey Coulter
1st place CSI5* Basel, St Jakobshalle 2018 ridden by Harrie Smolders
1st place CSI5* New York Longines Masters 2018 ridden by Harrie Smolders

PACIFIC DES ESSARTS: 2003 Selle Francais Stallion (Diamant de Semilly x Totoche du Banney)
For inquiries, contact emily@spycoastfarm.com

Pacific des Essarts is a consistent and experienced international competitor. He was imported to the U.S. by Evergate Stables, LLC in 2017 and is actively achieving clean rounds and top placings with Jennifer Gates. They were 3rd in both the Hermes U25 team event and 3rd SJHOF High AO Classic this year, and were 3rd $25K GP Del Mar and 2nd Del Mar J/AO Jumper Challenge in 2017. Previously he jumped to several Grand Prix wins with Martin Fuchs and Anna-Julia Kontio including 1st CSI5* 2016 Paris-Grand Palais; 1st CSI5* W 2016 Zurich, 1st CSI3* 2016 Selva di Val Gardena, 2nd CSI5* 2016 Hong Kong, 2nd CSI4* 2016 Ascona, 1st CSI3* 2015 Ascona, 2nd CSI3* 2015 Humlikon, and 3rd CSI5* W 2015 Madrid. 

Pacific des Essarts is by the famous stallion, Diamant de Semilly, the number one leading WBFSH sire for the past several years. Diamant is currently sire to the #3 show jumper in the world, Don VHP Z (Harrie Smolders) as well as Smolder's other top mount, Emerald, and countless other CSIO5* winners including Quickly de Kreisker, Muscaris d'Ariel, Deauvelle S, Quointreau un Prince, Street of Diamonds, and Elivs ter Putte. He has sired over 100 approved stallions and is even listed in the top 20 of the eventing sires on the WBFSH. Pacific des Essarts dam, Cybele des Essarts, produced another successful 1.60m offspring, Kanouk des Essarts, with rider Jill Smits.

Pacific des Essarts has had very limited offspring, but they are all showing tremendous talent including 6yo SF gelding, Bracadabra, competing at ISJ Level 1.35m with Romain Ozzola (FRA) and Laurent Guillet (FRA) and during 2017 was 1st in the CSIYH1* 2017 Chazey sur Ain and 1st in the CSIYH1* 2017 Oliva-Valencia. Another offspring, 7yo SF gelding, Allblack de Gressoux, is already successfully jumping ISJ Level 1.40m with Paul Delforge (FRA).

TOP RESULTS:

1st place CSI5* Zurich 2016 ridden by Anna-Julio Kontio
2nd place CSI5* Hong Kong 2016 ridden by Anna-Julio Kontio
1st place CSI3* Selva di Val Gardena Grand Prix 2016 ridden by Anna-Julio Kontio
2nd place CSI4* Ascona Grand Prix 2016 ridden by Anna-Julio Kontio
3rd place $25,000 Surfside Grand Prix 2017 ridden by Jenn Gates
3rd place CSI U25 Team Competition 2019 ridden by Jenn Gates

PARIS PANTHERS FINISH THIRD IN THRILLING GCL SUPER CUP FINALE

After three thrilling rounds of competition, the Paris Panthers finished third in the extraordinary GC Super Cup Finale on Sunday, December 16 at the 02 Arena in Prague. Team combinations Darragh Kenny (IRL) and Balou de Reventon, Yuri Mansur (BRA) and Ibelle Ask, and Gregory Wathelet (BEL) and Mjt Nevados S gave it their all throughout the weekend, finishing first in the Quarter Finals and third in the Semi-Finals before Sunday’s finale.

Read the full recap of the GC Super Cup Finale here.

JENNIFER GATES ACQUIRES HARRIE SMOLDERS’ CAPITAL COLNARDO

Jennifer Gates and Evergate Stables are proud to announce the addition of Harrie Smolders’ Capital Colnardo to our team of equine athletes. Previously competed by Audrey Coulter, the 13-year-old stallion has had an amazing year with Smolders, competing in the Hickstead Nations Cup and winning in New York and Basel, with multiple placings at other international events.

Jenn made her debut with Capital Colnardo at the Lier International Horse Show last month, and looks forward to the development of this new partnership.

LAS VEGAS NATIONAL HORSE SHOW

The Evergate Stables team had a successful weekend of competition at the Las Vegas National Horse Show CSI4*-W, earning multiple top ten placings in the FEI classes.

The team started off strong on Saturday, with Nayel Nassar and Lucifer V earning the top spot in the $50,000 FEI 1.45m Las Vegas National Winning Round Jumper Classic, presented by Park Place Foundation. The last to go of ten combinations in the jump-off, Nayel and Lucifer finished only half a second ahead of second place finisher, Kristen Vanderveen, for an exciting victory.  Jennifer Gates and Alex also went clear to return for the jump off, finishing eighth overall after incurring four faults over Anthony D’Ambrosio’s technical jump-off course.

Later in the evening, Jenn and Monaco were first in the ring for the $135,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas presented by Walter Oil and Gas Corp., the final opportunity this year to earn points for the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ in Gothenburg, Sweden in 2019. Riding without fault in the first round, Jenn and Monaco were one of only six clear rounds that returned for the jump-off. With one fence down on the fast-paced and winding shortened track, the pair finished sixth overall.

“I’m thrilled with Monaco’s performance,” commented Jenn. “He’s only nine years old, and this was his first World Cup qualifier.  It was nerve-wracking to be the first to go, but he was up to the challenge and exceeded my expectations in every way. I was thrilled with his performance this weekend and am really excited about the development of our partnership.”

In his second victory of the day, Nayel rode double clear aboard his longtime partner, Lordan, to take home the blue ribbon in this Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ qualifying event, besting a field of thirty competitors from six countries who were vying for North American League points. Coming off a win at least week’s qualifier in Thermal, CA, Nayel and Lordan will be ones to watch for the remainder of the 2018-2019 season.

Watch the $50,000 FEI 1.45m Las Vegas National Winning Round Jumper Classic on the FEI Youtube channel here.

Watch the $135,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas on FEI TV here.

NAYEL NASSAR AND LUCIFER V SPEED TO THE WIN IN THE $50,000 1.45M LAS VEGAS NATIONAL WINNING ROUND JUMPER CLASSIC, PRESENTED BY PARK PLACE FOUNDATION

Las Vegas, NV [Edited Press Release]– In a class of thirty-four entries, Nayel Nassar and the 12-year-old gelding Lucifer V galloped into the winner’s circle in the $50,000 FEI 1.45m Las Vegas National Winning Round Jumper Classic, presented by Park Place Foundation.

Anthony D’Ambrosio’s challenging 1.45m first round course featured tight turns, direct bending lines, and two double combinations. Under FEI Rules, the best ten athletes (at least 25% and all clear rounds) qualify for the Winning Round. In this class, eleven clear rounds returned with a clean slate, in reverse order of their time in round one.

The second-round course included all the ingredients for a nail-biting finish – long gallops, big oxers, and options for tight inside turns. Nearly all of the returning riders posted clean rounds. Kristen Vanderveen, the second rider to return, posted a very impressive time of 45.91 seconds, leaving out strides in the bending lines and keeping a gallop throughout the entire course.

THE HUMANS AND HORSES OF THE LAS VEGAS NATIONAL

By: Tori Repole, Chronicle of the Horse

Las Vegas – Nov. 18 – The Las Vegas National Horse Show might take place in the entertainment capital of the world, but it’s business as usual for those on the ground at the South Point Hotel Casino and Spa’s South Point Equestrian Center. Get the inside scoop on some of the faces we saw on site.

When Nayel Nassar entered the South Point Arena aboard Lucifer V, it looked as if the horse was in no rush to get going.

The 12-year-old Westphalian gelding isn’t one to shy away from a rear or a buck, and he knows how to put on a scene. Ring antics aside, Lucifer is quite the competitor at heart, as proven on Saturday with his first-placed finish in the $50,000 Las Vegas National Winning Round Jumper Classic.

“I’ve been riding him for about five months now; a huge thank you obviously to Evergate Stables for the ride,” said Nassar, 27. “He’s just been such a cool addition to my string. We’ve done a few shows, but I feel like I’m getting to know him better and better every time. He’s such a competitive horse; he’s such a trier. He’s got his own quirks, he likes to buck and play a little bit, but he’s definitely such a cool addition.”

The pair was one of 11 combinations to return to the jump-off where they posted an unbeatable time of 44.41 seconds.

“Our relationship is starting to improve,” said Nassar. “I can’t say I can predict him very well yet—I’m still not sure when he’s going to act up before the timers and when not.

“Today I kind of figured that he’s feeling good, he’s feeling fresh, he’s had a couple days off since his last class, and I really wanted to target this class with him,” he continued. “He jumped super; he tried his heart out, covered the ground really quickly, and luckily we could come away with the win.”

IN REMEMBRANCE OF CADENCE

The Evergate Stables team is deeply saddened to report the passing of Cadence, a 17-year-old warmblood gelding and part of our family for the past five years, on October 1, 2018. Always stoic, Cadence showed no symptoms of discomfort prior to the day he was admitted to the San Luis Rey Equine Hospital on September 29th. It was quickly discovered that Cadence had developed an irreparable perforation in his esophagus due to an abnormal muscle segment, a condition that rarely offers any warning signs.

Ridden by Jenn Gates, Cadence was well known for his success as a junior jumper and later in World Cup Qualifiers. He also loved trail rides, and was known for his sassy personality. Our heartfelt thanks goes out to Dr. Korin Portenza and the team of people that cared for Cadence at San Luis Rey Equine Hospital during his final days, as well as Dr. Melissa Welker and those who knew and cared for him throughout his lifetime.

TOUR DE FRANCE: EQUESTRIAN STYLE

CNN's Anna Stewart takes us through Monaco, Paris & Chantilly for the July events of the Global Champions Tour and Global Champions League.

JENNIFER GATES AND EVERGATE STABLES ANNOUNCE NEW TRAINING PARTNERSHIP WITH WORLD NUMBER ONE, HARRIE SMOLDERS

Jennifer Gates, owner of Evergate Stables and one of the United States’ top up-and-coming U25 riders, is proud to announce a new training partnership with Harrie Smolders (NED), currently ranked #1 in the world on the Longines Rankings.

Gates, who graduated from Stanford University this June, will focus full-time on her riding before entering medical school. Her plans for the coming year include competing in several Grand Prixes on the Global Champions Tour and other high-level show jumping competitions. Gates is excited to elevate her competition through this new partnership with Smolders.

“Harrie is incredibly talented, and I’m looking forward to training with him. It’s an exciting time for me to be graduating from college and shifting my focus to training and competing full-time this year,” said Gates. “Harrie is not only a world-class competitor with an unparalleled ability to shape great riders, he is a wonderful horseman. I am eager to learn everything I can from him.”

“I’m looking forward to working with Jennifer to help channel her ambition, passion, and work ethic to reach the highest level in our sport,” said Smolders. “It’s going to be a fun year and I’m excited to see the success she achieves as she focuses full-time on riding.”

NETJETS® U.S. SHOW JUMPING TEAM TAKES HOME SILVER IN LONGINES FEI JUMPING NATIONS CUP™ MEXICO

The NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team of Alex Granato and Carlchen W, Kelly Soleau-Millar and Cacharel, Jennifer Gates and Pumped Up Kicks, and Ali Wolff and Casall, finished with 17 faults to win the silver medal in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Mexico on Sunday, April 22.

JENN GATES WINS THE 2018 LIONEL GUERRAND-HERMÈS TROPHY

Given to an up-and-coming young rider, The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation selects an athlete who embodies the spirit of horsemanship and equestrian sports excellence.

JENN GATES WINS NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP AT CP NATIONAL HORSE SHOW

Jenn Gates had big wins in Lexington, including taking home the $100,000 USEF U25 Show Jumping National Championship with her horse Alex.

BIG WIN IN THE BIG APPLE FOR JENN GATES AT THE ROLEX CENTRAL PARK HORSE SHOW

Jenn Gates takes on the City That Never Sleeps and wins in tough competition.

JENN GATES WINS SILVER MEDAL, BRONZE INDIVIDUAL MEDAL AT THE 2016 YOUNG RIDERS (NAJYRC) TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP

A challenging course produces great results.

JENN GATES: PRICELESS DEDICATION

Talent and hard work have helped Jenn Gates rise to the top of her class.