The planned homecoming celebrations for the Grand Slam-winning Irish team have been cancelled because of bad weather.
“We regret to advise that the Grand Slam Homecoming celebrations has been cancelled due to adverse weather,” added the IRFU.
Sorry folks. #SonOfTheBeast has taken a toll. Today’s planned homecoming has been cancelled due to the weather conditions. #TeamOfUs pic.twitter.com/Wi4mAIRcmw
— Irish Rugby (@IrishRugby) March 18, 2018
“Irish Rugby would thank supporters for their continued support throughout this campaign.”
Captain Rory Best and the Irish players and coaches were due to take part in a celebratory event at the Aviva Stadium.
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Ireland beat England at Twickenham to win just their third Grand Slam and supporters were invited to take part in a celebration of the triumph.
The Irish Rugby Football Union said the event had been cancelled because of heavy overnight snowfall in Dublin.