Egyptian equestrian Nayel Nassar is a force to be reckoned with when it comes to guiding the horse to the home line and clinching accolades afterward. Married to Bill Gates’ equestrian daughter Jennifer Gates, the Egyptian-American professional horseback rider flaunts an impressive portfolio that includes a Grand Prix win, 2020 Olympic qualification, and FEI Nations Cup win.

Nayel Nassar began mounting horses when he was five and even finished his first jump by the age of 10. However, his performance in the recent championship was no different from the challenging route marked by victories and setbacks in the past. Even though his hopes were far ahead, he soared to victory and won his most recent cup.

Nayel Nassar clenches another equestrian title

A recent Instagram post by Spruce Meadows featured an update on Nayel Nassar winning the $1 million prize at ATCO Queen Elizabeth II Cup on Coronado. Their caption read, “Nassar and Coronado soared over the challenging course, securing a triple clear. Their lightning-fast jump-off time of just 35.58 seconds cemented their place at the top of the leaderboard.” The annual show jumping occasion started off with thirty-five rider horse duos with only twelve positions for the second round.

Wiping-off seven duos in the 590m ground with 17 jumping efforts, the show saw some of the best riders and horses in the world demonstrate their equestrian brilliance. In the second round, the twelve show jumpers from seven different countries jumped through 12 jumping efforts. The competition amongst the remaining equestrians for the coveted $1 million prize stressed out the spectators.

The 32-year-old Egyptian rider and Coronado timed a 35.58 equalled Moya and Puma HS who went first, scoring a 38.27. While the rest, including Deslauriers and Emerson and  Cournane and Armik all broke down a rail. Post-victory, Nasser praised his 14-year-old Holsteiner gelding saying, “He (Coronado) was unbelievable. He was looking for the jumps everywhere.” The magnificent win of Nassar thrilled his fans, as they paraded to the comments section to praise his accomplishment.

Fans react to Nayel Nassar’s equestrian honor

His supporters showered him on the announcement made on Instagram. Someone wrote the sweetest message saying, “Always So Proud of You.” Another wrote, “Congratulations! Great ride and win today at Spruce Meadows.” The winner of several Arab titles also received wishes that read, “Mabrook!” The ardent followers also included the team efforts, “CONGRATS # TEAM EVERGATE.” Another one wrote, “This is spectacular!! Big congrats @evergatestables and Nayel!!!”

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Others were clearly impressed and said, “So good!!!” while one attendee wrote, “Was so grateful to witness this jump off with my daughters today – great afternoon at @spruce_meadows.” The series continued as another fan wrote, “This is spectacular!! Big congrats @evergatestables and Nayel!!!”

While his wife Jen got back on the saddle, just a few months after embracing motherhood, looks like Nasser is back in the game too with his finest performing boots on.

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