Topper sailors from around the world parade at Ballyholme Yacht Club
Credit: Simon McElwaine
The Opening Ceremony and Flag Parade of the Rooster International Topper Class World Championships 2016 was held at Ballyholme Yacht Club on Saturday. A total of 199 entrants will come in from all over the world, including China, Thailand and Australia, with Northern Ireland last hosting the event back in 2000 at Cushendall. There are 84 sailors from Ireland, 68 sailors from Great Britain and 32 sailors from China attending.
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