KLANG, Nov 14 (Bernama) -- A total of 28 teams from various countries are competing in the 35th edition of the Raja Muda Selangor International Regatta (RMSIR), starting tomorrow.
The nine-day race starts from Port Klang to Pangkor Island in Perak before sailing to Penang Island and the final leg is scheduled to end on Langkawi Island.
Adding to the excitement of the glamourous event, this year's race is also being attended by the Raja Muda of Selangor, Tengku Amir Shah Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, who has consented to participate in the prestigious regatta.
RMSIR chairman Irsyad Ismail said Tengku Amir Shah has participated in the tournament more than three times, making this year's competition even more interesting.
"What's more fascinating is that this regatta will be attended by the Raja Muda’s wife, Datin Paduka Seri Afzaa Fadini Abdul Aziz.
"Sailing is actually a hobby for the Raja Muda and he is very passionate about sailing," Irsyad said at the RMSIR opening ceremony at the Royal Selangor Yacht Club here today.
The RMSIR, which began in 1990, is the second oldest sailing competition in Asia and the most difficult in Southeast Asia.
The RMSIR was the brainchild of the Sultan of Selangor Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah when he was the Raja Muda of Selangor.
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