Mullingar rolls out red carpet for heroes

There was a festival atmosphere on the streets of Mullingar as thousands of fans lined the streets to welcome home Westmeath’s Olympic heroes.

Flags, bunting and cheers filled the streets as silver medalist John Joe Nevin and event rider Joseph Murphy were paraded through the town to heartfelt applause.

The dedication displayed by the two Olympians is probably best highlighted by 36-year-old Murphy, who postponed his wedding and honeymoon in order to participate in the Games.