See video of superyacht Yogi sinking in Greece

The 200ft superyacht is said to have suffered mechanical failure in heavy weather

This shocking video shows the 200ft superyacht Yogi sinking in heavy weather off the Greek island of Skyros this morning.

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Eight people were on board the boat the superyacht at the time, but all were winched to safety by the Greek airforce.

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The Greek coastguard reported that the rescue operation began at 7.30am Greek time this morning and lasted roughly an hour.

All those on board were taken to Skyros Health Centre for a precautionary check-up.

Reports on the Greek coastguard website said mechanical failure was to blame for the sinking, which happened in a north-westerly Force 8.

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