The photos of Michael D welcoming home Ireland's Olympians are glorious

A grand day at the Áras.

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TEAM IRELAND VISITED Áras an Uachtaráin this morning to meet President Michael D and his wife Sabina.

The President had put on a reception for the Irish athletes this morning to celebrate their achievements in Rio.

And the photos that have been released are perfect

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The sheer delight on the President’s face when he met Oliver Dingley, above, and Annalise Murphy here was marvellous

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He got a good look at the medal as well

President Michael D. Higgins hosted Ireland's Olympic athletes at Áras an Uachtaráin: https://t.co/tUgGz52UrM pic.twitter.com/foeDe1pXgi
— President of Ireland (@PresidentIRL) August 28, 2016

President of Ireland / Twitter

As well as getting to meet other stars of the team

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And pose for photos outside

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In fact, everyone seemed to be having great craic

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What a welcome home for the Olympic athletes that did so well

Lovely reception for @olympiccouncil athletes with Irish President Michael D Higgins this morning #TeamIreland 🍀 pic.twitter.com/Qj3KavoIPb
— David Harte OLY (@daveyharte) August 28, 2016

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