PARIS 2024 Olympic champion Rhys McClenaghan was hit with an emotional welcome on his return to Newtownards.
The pommel horse gold medal winning gymnast was greeted by thousands of fans as they turned out to celebrate the historic success.
McClenaghan was the first ever Irish gymnast to medal at the games in the French capital earlier this month.
The Co Down athlete and two time world champion was ranked No1 ahead of the final – and matched expectations.
The gymnast looked delighted …