Henley Royal Regatta 2017: Day One
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Spectators gathered for the five-day rowing spectacular that is the Henley Royal Regatta, on the River Thames
Crews also readied themselves, with racing starting at 09:00 BST. Oxford Brookes University's rowers carried their boat across the site to take part in the second race
The Norwich School rowing team were applauded as they made their way out of the boat tent
This University of Bath crew won their contest and hugged their opponents afterwards
The Tabor Academy in Massachusetts, USA, studiously adjusted their oars outside the boat tent
They are one of many international crews competing
Competitors warmed up on rowing machines ahead of their races
Boating blazers are a common sight among the crowds at the event
Also popular: Moustaches
The site is a hive of activity, with spectators occasionally having to duck to avoid passing boats
Numbers are likely to be bigger than ever, with 200,000 people expected
The regatta was first held in 1839, and apart from two world wars, has been held every year since
According to the regatta's organisers, the total cost of staging the event is almost £3m each year
More than 200 races in all will take place at the prestigious event