The 3-day “2018 Macao International Dragon Boat Races” successfully concludes, with more than 140 local and overseas teams competing at the Nam Van Lake Nautical Centre.

Touching the dragon head before boarding the boat brings good luck and smooth racing.

Dragon boat racers competing intensely on Nam Van Lake.

A female drummer creates festive excitement for Nam Van Lake with her drum beats.

Paddling hard to the rhythm of the drum beats.

Workers help by scooping water out of dragon boats between races.

Workers help by scooping water out of dragon boats between races.

Spectators’ “Likes” stimulate competitors’ involvement in nip-and-tuck battles.

After the races, riders enjoy the festive fun of spraying “Dragon Boat water” against each other.

After the races, riders enjoy the festive fun of spraying “Dragon Boat water” against each other.