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Phuket King’s Cup Regatta 30th Anniversary: the Heritage of Passion

Phuket Gazette 

 

         

(L-R) Mark Hamill-Stewart, Commodore Royal Varuna Yacht Club; Pramookpisitt Achariyachai, President Kata Group; Adml Photchana Phuekphong, V/President, YRA Thailand.

 

In memory of HM the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej
And in honor of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun

PHUKET: -- The Phuket King’s Cup Regatta Under Royal Patronage, one of the most prestigious international sporting events in Asia, formally opened its 30th Anniversary edition at Kata Beach Resort last night, under the theme of ‘Heritage of Passion’.

Organized by the Phuket King's Cup Regatta Committee, under the auspices of the Royal Varuna Yacht Club in conjunction with the Royal Thai Navy, the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand, and the Province of Phuket, the 2016 event's competitive classes include Keelboats and Multihulls, and International Dinghy Classes.

More than 200 international boats and yachts, as well as over 1,000 sailors, including Thai national team members and participants from over 30 countries, are taking part this year, from December 3 to 10. 

All participants, local and international sailors and organizers held 89 seconds of silence to mourn the passing of HM the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej at the opening. 

Kevin Whitcraft, President of the organizing committee, said “The Phuket King’s Cup Regatta has been the pinnacle of international regattas in Asia. For this special year, the regatta is organized in memory of His Majesty the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej and in honor of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun.” 

 

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-- © Copyright Phuket Gazette 2016-12-05

[dick dasterdly]

I noticed the yachts a couple of days ago and there were more early this morning.

 

It was quite funny (this morning) as they all looked similar - apart from one with red sails and a black mast (?  I've no idea as to boat terminology) which looked 'menacing' and like a true racing vessel. i.e. no cabin to be seen - just low and sleek.

 

It definitely stood out from the others!