2010 FISA WRC Opening Ceremony

New Zealand will welcome the world with a spectacular on Saturday 30 October.

The Opening Ceremony will begin with a nostalgic look back at the 1978 Championships followed by a flotilla of water craft with athletes and celebrities celebrating the history of the oldest Olympic sport and the success of NZ rowers – and other sports - over the years. The formal part of the Ceremony will include a Powhiri in the presence of the Maori King and the official flag raising. A 90 minute gig from top NZ rockers OPSHOP will bring the day to a close.

During the Championships, kick back after the excitement of the racing and enjoy top NZ entertainment. Every day, there will be live bands, DJs and children's entertainment. Watch the Melbourne Cup on the big screens on Tuesday 2 November. Then the four days of medal finals will feature top NZ bands on the main stage. And that's all included in the price of your ticket!

For all event information, click here www.wrch2010.com

Click here for the 2010 World Rowing Championships Provisional Program.

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