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06 Sept 2025

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PICTURES: All sunshine and smiles as Punchestown Festival officially kicks off

Can you spot yourself in the crowd?

USE THE ARROWS OR 'NEXT' TO BROWSE THROUGH THE FULL GALLERY

The Punchestown Festival has officially got underway in Kildare as crowds have gathered for one of the biggest weeks in Irish horse racing. Lucky festival goers are soaking up the sun on the first day of what is sure to be a great week of racing.

Take a look through some of the photos to see if you spot yourself or anyone you know!

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