Thailand officially opens 33rd Southeast Asian Games

Key facts

• Their Majesties The King and Queen opened the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Bangkok.
• The opening ceremony at Rajamangala National Stadium drew 33,000 fans.
• Thailand fields the largest contingent of 1,531 athletes competing in 574 medal events across 50 sports.
• Athletes from 11 Southeast Asian nations are participating in the games.