Sheep shearers flock to world championship in France(1/4)

A sheep shearer participates in the blade category of the World Sheep Shearing and Woolhandling Championships in Le Dorat, France, July 4, 2019. (Photo/Agencies)

Sheep shearers participate in the machine category of the World Sheep Shearing and Woolhandling Championships in Le Dorat, France, July 4, 2019. (Photo/Agencies)

The quality of the fleece is of paramount importance, judges checking for marks, uncut fleece and uneven shearing in Le Dorat, France, July 4, 2019. (Photo/Agencies)

Sheep shearers participate in the machine category of the World Sheep Shearing and Woolhandling Championships in Le Dorat, France, July 4, 2019. (Photo/Agencies)