Rose of Tralee contestants unveiled

The countdown to this year's Rose of Tralee festival begins today when the contestants are officially unveiled.

All 31 of the international and Irish "roses" will meet the show's host, Ray D'Arcy, at the RTÉ studios in Dublin.

The competitors will represent Australia, Canada, England, Europe, Dubai, Ireland and the United States.

The Rose of Tralee International Festival runs from August 17th to 21st.

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