Dun Laoghaire, Co Dublin, 11 July 2019: Tom Fitzpatrick's Old Gaffer 'an tUltach' from Howth Yacht Club off the East Pier lighthouse on the opening day of the Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta that has attracted a record 500+ boat entry this year (details below) Photograph: David Branigan/Oceansport..The 8th Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta got underway today, Thursday 11th July. The biennial four-day series is Ireland’s biggest sailing event as the four waterfront yacht clubs have come together for this sailing extravaganza; Dun Laoghaire Motor Yacht Club, National Yacht Club, Royal Irish Yacht Club and Royal St. George Yacht Club. Over 2,500 sailors have descended on the waterfront as 500 boats across 34 classes compete out on Dublin Bay. The Volvo Dun Laoghaire Regatta takes place until Sunday 14th July. For more information see www.dlregatta.org.