A dramatic downpour saw the festival grounds looking sodden as attendees arrived, with plenty of mud and huge puddles as far as the eye could see.
Of course, the internet has reacted predictably; with little sympathy, plenty of memes. And the social media reactions only grew more intense when it was announced on Friday afternoon that the festivale's first day acts would be cancelled due to the weather.
Settle in, hopefully from the warmth of your own home, as we pursue the best reactions to the Splendour in the Grass fiasco.
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