A busy few months have seen entries to the 23rd Phuket King's Cup Regatta pick-up speed. Here's the latest on the fleet and classes.
Racing Class
The 'grand prix' racers often attract the lions share of attention on the water and this year King's Cup Regatta stalwarts return to face some new challenges for the class crown. Seven or more 50-footers are expected. Full Metal Jacket returns, a GP42 is being shipped over from Europe to compete and a Farr 11s pocket rocket intends to shake up the class. Ray Roberts will return to defend his 2008 title, though likely sailing his new TP52, the former Island Fling.
Premier Class
Baby Tonga has joined Frangipani Girl (2008 winner) in a growing Premier Class. The Premier Class attracts some of Asia's largest and finest boats and this year looks to be no exception with many having preliminary entered and planning the transit here.
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