Henley Royal Regatta 2018 in pictures on first day
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Boats, blazers and bellinis are out in force with the start of one of the world's most famous regattas.
Thousands of people are expected to watch rowers battle it out on the River Thames in Oxfordshire over the next five days as part of the Henley Royal Regatta.
The event - which first started in 1839 - attracts participants including Olympians, university and school teams and novices.
Visitors do their best to get the best view of the action, whether on land...
...or on water
Colourful blazers are the order of the day as spectators gather to watch the rowing at the regatta
Crews have come from around the UK and all over the world
The regatta was first held in 1839 and takes place every year
The popular social event attracts thousands of people to the town
The organisers promise "charming views of Henley and the River Thames"
Some like to get closer to the action
More than 200 races will take place at the event
Participants include both Olympic rowers and novices
Only the mightiest teams can win...
...and all are going for glory
The regatta runs until Sunday.
- Published28 June 2017