The 33rd Phuket King’s Cup Regatta runs to December 7

The Phuket King’s Cup Regatta, kicks off its 33rd year this week and will run to December 7, 2019.

With 10 classes of Keelboats and Multihulls, and six International Dinghy Classes, and the new IOMC (International One Metre Class) class, the regatta aims to grow sustainable sailing communities and help develop the skills of a new wave of sailors and reaffirm Phuket as the hub for Asian Water Sports and Marine tourism.

Kevin Whitcraft, President of the Organising Committee, says the regatta has a special focus on growing the dinghy components of the regatta, as we in the sailing community in Thailand.

“The International Dinghy fleet is a fast-growing racing program designed to promote and encourage youth sailing in Thailand.”

“In the 33 years since its inception, the Phuket King’s Cup Regatta has gained a reputation as both a highly competitive event on the water featuring some of the world’s best boats, skippers and crews, in one of the best holiday destinations in the world.”

via@thethaigernews

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