There is a long standing rivalry between these two universities. Rowing is a competitive sport here, so it's no surprise that the rowing race between these two universities would be a major event. Lucky for me, the race was passing along my side of the river Thames :)
The course takes place on the 4.2 miles stretch between Putney and Mortlake on the River Thames. This was the first year in history that they held all three races on the same day: women's, men's and the reserve race. Typically the women's boat race occurs on a different day at the Henley Royal Regatta, a day devoted to rowing races. Since those races won't be nearby, I'm so glad to have experienced this oh so very British tradition!
Oxford went into the race as reigning champions, however Cambridge has won the most races. As my friend Sejal and I walked along the River Thames we saw mobs and mobs of people just sitting out and picnicking with their sandwiches and booze. Pimms was overflowing that day. It was a windy but sunny day. It was all very British. It was all very fantastic.
In the end, Oxford beat Cambridge in all 3 races. It was neck and neck at one point for the men's and all very intense and cool to see!
The course takes place on the 4.2 miles stretch between Putney and Mortlake on the River Thames. This was the first year in history that they held all three races on the same day: women's, men's and the reserve race. Typically the women's boat race occurs on a different day at the Henley Royal Regatta, a day devoted to rowing races. Since those races won't be nearby, I'm so glad to have experienced this oh so very British tradition!
Oxford went into the race as reigning champions, however Cambridge has won the most races. As my friend Sejal and I walked along the River Thames we saw mobs and mobs of people just sitting out and picnicking with their sandwiches and booze. Pimms was overflowing that day. It was a windy but sunny day. It was all very British. It was all very fantastic.
In the end, Oxford beat Cambridge in all 3 races. It was neck and neck at one point for the men's and all very intense and cool to see!
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