The dragon boat culture in Diejiao dates back to the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), and has been practiced for over 500 years. More than a traditional sport, it embodies Lingnan Water Town folk beliefs and clan culture. Diejiao's dense, narrow, winding waterways require dragon boats to "drift around bends," creating a rare "dragon boat drifting" stunt—known as "water Formula 1"—that rivals traditional racing in visual thrill.

Each dragon boat needs more than 40 people in tight coordination: helmsmen read water flow and angles by experience, while rowers adjust balance on the spot. Narrow channels and sharp turns risk capsizing or collisions, testing teamwork. Watch today's "C-bend" race!