Dragon boat racing, a traditional Chinese sport originally held to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival, has gained global popularity and is helping to promote exchanges between countries. (Photos: VCG)

The 15th China-Asian International Dragon Boat Race is held in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 7, 2019.

The 14th China-Asian International Dragon Boat Race in Nanning, south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 16, 2018.

Participants compete on the Yongjiang River in south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, June 7, 2019.