PHUKET: Deputy Prime Minister Tanasak Patimapragorn opened the inaugural Thailand Yacht Show (TYS) in Phuket on Thursday, as the country positions itself to directly, and indirectly, benefit from superyachts and their ultra-wealthy owners.

A great sailing day in favorable winds, pleasant sunshine and with extremely close racing on long courses; characteristics of a classic Phuket King's Cup Regatta day on Wednesday (day three).