Zahra Khodabacksh pictured with the trophy at the World Irish Dancing Championships in Killarney
Kilkenny dancer Zahra Khodabacksh from Kilkenny became a World Champion over the Easter weekend at the World Irish Dancing Championships in Killarney.
Zahra is well-known in Irish dancing circles in Kilkenny and nationwide, recently featuring on Ireland AM in March with Deric Ó h'Artagáin in Rothe House & Garden.
Last year, Zahra took home a world globe placing in the event, finishing third overall in the championship and two world medals - one a gold.
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