Man’s pride, neighbour’s envy: Moustache Championship in NY

National Beard and Moustache Championships is a New York festival, held this year on November 7, to find the world’s greatest facial hair and honour it. (REUTERS)

Updated on: Nov 07, 2015 7:11 PM IST

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National Beard and Moustache Championships is a New York festival, held this year on November 7, to find the world’s greatest facial hair and honour it. (REUTERS)

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Contestants pose together for a selfie as they gather to promote the National Beard and Moustache Championships in New York, November 6, 2015. (REUTERS)

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This year, the Fire Department of the City of New York is the official beneficiary of the event, in celebration of its 150th anniversary. (REUTERS)

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The participants are mostly from America, but beardsmen from all over the world are invited to compete. It is open to public. (REUTERS)

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A panel of judges chooses the winners in 18 categories that range from the delicate Dali Moustache to the Full Beard Freestyle. (REUTERS)