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In pictures: Team Ireland meets President Higgins at the Áras
When Michael D met Katie T…
TEAM IRELAND ATHLETES were the guests of President Michael D Higgins at Áras an Uachtaráin today.
Golden girl Katie Taylor was among the 30 Irish athletes from the 66-strong Irish Olympic team that met personally with the President and his wife, Sabina, at the Phoenix Park residence.
Ireland won a record-equalling five medals at the games with bronze medallists Paddy Barnes and Cian O’Connor among those who also met with the President and his wife.
Here’s a few snaps from what looked like a fun day out at the Áras:
Team Ireland at the Áras
Team Ireland at the Áras
Team Ireland at the Áras
Team Ireland at the Áras
Team Ireland at the Áras
Team Ireland at the Áras
Team Ireland at the Áras
Team Ireland at the Áras
Team Ireland at the Áras
Team Ireland at the Áras
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