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Despite being the daughter of business magnate Bill Gates, Jennifer Gates has carved her own legacy in the equestrian world. 2023 was a big year for the eldest daughter of billionaire Bill Gates, who welcomed her first child, Leila, with her husband, Nayel Nassar. And soon after the joyous occasion, she reclaimed her love for horses and even returned to the sport, making waves, as did her husband. As 2023 ended for the equestrian beauty on high notes both personally and professionally, she now begins 2024 with a heartfelt update.

Jennifer Gates gives a “Merry” 2024 update

On Instagram, Jennifer Gates shared an exciting 2024 update with her thousands of followers. Dressed in a gorgeous fiery-red gown, Jenn glowed with joy as she enjoyed some much-deserved family time on a yacht. She lovingly embraced her mother, Melinda French Gates, who was dressed in a vibrant green halter neck dress, and her younger sister, Phoebe Gates, who stunned in a silky blue tube dress as the beautiful ladies showcased their immense love.

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Keeping the Christmas and holiday spirit alive in the new year 2024, she penned in her caption, “Merry and bright ✨” This lovely New Year update comes just days after her little family’s major equestrian achievements in 2023 were also recounted.

The 2023 equestrian achievement of the Gates-Nassar family

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On January 2, 2024, Evergate Stables, owned by Jennifer Gates and her Egyptian equestrian husband, Nayel Nassar, shared a post recounting the incredible year the establishment has had. Going global, Evergate Stables participated in nearly 14 different countries in various equestrian events. The team also secured podium placements an impressive 23 times in elite 5* competitions, including prestigious events like the CSI 5*. If that wasn’t enough, they even took part in a total of 71 horse-riding events. Nayel Nassar, a key member of the team, was crowned the CSI5* Grand Prix Thermal champion, adding a prestigious individual title to the stables’ achievements.

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Harrie Smolders, another integral part of the Evergate Stables team, was crowned the 2023 LGCT Season Champion, contributing to the overall success of the stable. That’s a lot of competition in one year, and the establishment was proud of creating exciting and memorable times. Sharing gratitude for the spectacular year, the caption of the post ended with a heartfelt message that read, “Wishing everyone a year of health and happiness in 2024! 🎉”  With huge personal and equestrian achievements for the Gates-Nassar family, fans await many more iconic moments from them in 2024.

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