Thai Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana drew widespread attention as she accompanied King Maha Vajiralongkorn at the opening ceremony of the SEA Games 33 in Bangkok on Tuesday evening.
When the royal motorcade arrived at Rajamangala Stadium, spectators erupted in cheers as Queen Suthida stepped out, according to Nation Thailand.
The King and Queen then signed the guest book in a reception room on the second floor before proceeding to the royal stand, where Sports Authority of Thailand governor Kongsak Yodmanee presented them with the program and ceremonial gifts.
One of the night’s most talked-about moments came when Queen Suthida boarded a royal electric vehicle and joined Thai athletes during the parade.
Thai King Maha Vajiralongkorn (L) and Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana during the Sea Games 33 opening ceremony. Photo from Thai Royal Family’s Instagram |
The royal couple watched a tribute video honoring Queen Mother Sirikit, followed by a series of multimedia performances.
As delegations from all 11 countries entered the stadium, the King and Queen stood to observe the teams while the audience applauded.
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Queen Suthida walks alongside Thailand’s athletes during the parade at the SEA Games 33 opening ceremony. Photo from the Thai Royal Family’s Instagram |
Queen Suthida is set to compete as part of Thailand’s keelboat SSL47 sailing team, with races scheduled from Dec. 15–18 at the Ocean Marina Yacht Club in Chonburi’s Sattahip District.
The Games, held from Dec. 9–20 in Bangkok and Chonburi, features more than 8,266 athletes from 11 nations competing across 50 sports.
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