The Philippines captured its 5th gold medal in the 500m men's premier and is likely win the world championship crown in the 10th International Dragon Boat Festival held in Tampa, Florida, USA on 3 - 7 August, 2011. The team composed mostly of the members of the Armed Forces of the Philippines left behind Australia and Japan in Sunday's event. Earlier, the Philippines got its gold medals in the the Premier mixed 500m, Premier open 100m (small boat), Premier mixed 200m (small boat) and Premier open 200m. It also captured 2 silver.
