The cheers and applause of the spectators on the banks of the river mingled with the beats of the drums and gongs to create a feeling of excitement. Stamina, experience, body control and teamwork are the key elements in winning a dragon boat race. As each boat approaches the finishing line, the gong beater leans out over the bow, balancing his weight on his upper thighs like a gymnast on a side-horse.
由於河面寬僅五十公尺，擠在兩岸吆喝、加油的觀眾，能清清楚楚地看見選手奮力劃槳的神情，還可聽見舟上鑼鼓，一聲急似一聲，因此更能融入緊張的爭競氣氛裡。