IT Factor
If a challenge requires a team using some sort of modern technology, expect Team Pilipinas to navigate the task intuitively. We may not be a rich country (yet), but we know our way around gadgets and technology. And in a race where every bit of extra information is an advantage, trust the wily Pinoys to rummage the internet whenever they can.
Third World Immunity
Though still compassionate about the plight of poor people having witnessed it themselves in their own country, Team Pilipinas will no longer be squeamish nor hesitant to immerse themselves in places and people living in extreme poverty. Not being too bothered by the sight and smell of such place will make the Pinoys finish the task at hand faster.
Eat all you can't
Eating gross food? No problem for Team Pilipinas - from the land of balut, which is according to international surveys, one of the grossest things that one could ever eat anywhere in the world (ang sarap kaya). If we can eat a fully formed duck chick, feathers and beak and all, come one - bring on your nasties!
Vehicular and foot traffic savvy
If you've driven along EDSA then you can drive, survive and even remain calm anywhere there is terrible traffic. And if you've been to Divisoria during buying season then no maze-like, noisy and suffocating market conditions can ever faze our Team Pinoy -- making similar challenges anywhere in the world such a breeze.
Home court advantage
Most past Amazing Race winners won because they were lucky enough to be helped along by locals. With Pinoys spread all over the world, Team Pilipinas will have the distinct "home court advantage" anywhere they go; with willing kababayans ready to give them directions or tips how to get things done wherever they are.
Also read The Profile of Filipino Racers
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