Bangkok--Nov 5--Spark Communications
The 18th annual Phuket King's Cup Regatta, the jewel in the crown of Asia's yachting circuit, will take place from 4 to 11 December off the shores of Phuket, and is again expected to attract some of the world's best yachtsmen and more than 70 yachts to compete in Asia's most exciting nautical event.
With a range of yacht classes that includes everything from racing yachts and sport boats to cruisers and classics, this year's Regatta promises to maintain its standing as the region's premier international sailing event.
Yachts from Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Philippines, US, UK and Italy are entered to participate, while crews aboard charter yachts will include members from Japan, Holland, Germany, Canada, Dubai, and South Africa.
The King's Cup Regatta was inaugurated in 1987 to celebrate the 60th birthday of His Majesty the King. It has been held in early December every year since then.
Based on last year's successful format, there are plans for a wide variety of classes , including Racing, Sports Boat, Premier, IRC1, 2 and 3, Ocean Rover, Classic and Ocean Multihull. This year's race management committee is also planning a highly flexible format for race schedules and course configurations.
Phuket King's Cup President, Chris King, said: "The racing this year will include courses and starts that are designed to suit all boats - from the fastest racing yachts to the slowest live-aboard cruiser - to ensure that all entrants get the best possible racing conditions.
"This event exposes Phuket as a relatively undiscovered corner of world-class yachting and cruising excellence, with its warm water, beautiful scenery and hospitable year-round climate and sailing conditions," added King.
The King's Cup Regatta is held under the Royal Patronage of His Majesty the King, and organized by the Phuket King's Cup Regatta Organising Committee and the auspices of the Royal Varuna Yacht Club, in conjunction with the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand, the Royal Thai Navy and the Province of Phuket.
No major event such as the King's Cup Regatta could survive without generous corporate sponsorship. This year's King's Cup is no exception. Krung Thai Bank and The Royal Phuket Marina are principal sponsors and the continuing support of Kata Beach Resort as host sponsor, demonstrate the loyalty amongst local island businesses for this prestigious event.
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