How do boats and rafting fit to Chinese culture?

10th May's morning welcomed us with a warm but cloudy weather, and nothing could change our positive moods. It was day of a big fight, big emotions and unusual event - a day of Two Cities Boat Race between Manchester and Salford.

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Even though you may wonder whether or not Salford and Manchester are in fact one city or two, the fact is that the competition between those two can reach extreme!

Salford Uni team in action

This time, students representing two universities - Manchester Uni and Salford Uni - gave the spectators a wonderful race to watch and support.

emotions are taking role

Thousands of Salford and Manchester citizens were there with us as well to support their teams but most importantly to prove that ....Salford rules.

Manchester's representative was unbeaten

Apparently, Manchester team won once again, but we had no doubts who to support as we felt real Salford citizens (mostly because of our University).

M&M watching the race

The most spectacular race was the Dragon Boat Race based on a traditional Chinese craft, where a team counts up to 16 people plus a drummer who is responsible for supporting and warming up the crew for the fight. Dragon Boat is even more fun, as anyone can take part in the race. Whether you are a student, a 80-year old man or a kid you can easily jump into the boat and ...paddle for fun!

Go! Go! Salford!

extremely competitive race

a responsibility of a drummer

Even though I didn't take part in it, it was amazing to observe and support our friend, Anas from Student Entrepreneurs Network team. Well done for him!

girls supporting Manchester Team

Aga and me having fun

a bit of warm support

Salford Quays bridge