Boat Race Odds: Who Will Prevail in the Oxford vs. Cambridge Showdown, and Could a Capsize Occur?

THE Boat Race is fast approaching as Oxford and Cambridge prepare to clash once again on the River Thames.

In recent times, Cambridge has established its dominance in both the men’s and women’s races, maintaining a superior overall record against their rivals, Oxford.

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Has a boat ever sunk during the Boat Race?

There have been four recorded sinkings in the Men’s Boat Race. The first incident occurred in 1912, when both boats sank due to severe weather. In 1951, the Oxford crew’s boat sank, followed by Cambridge in 1978. The most infamous sinking took place in 1984, when a Cambridge boat collided with a tugboat and broke apart. This remains the last sinking in the men’s race, although in 2016, the Cambridge women’s team managed to finish despite their boat taking on water.

The Boat Race 2025

THE Boat Race is poised for another exciting encounter between rivals Oxford and Cambridge.

The Light Blues of Cambridge University have demonstrated impressive form recently; however, they are embroiled in controversy leading up to this year’s race, having had FOUR rowers disqualified after Oxford raised eligibility concerns.

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What occurs if one or both boats sink?

If both boats sink, the teams will compete again at a later date, as was the case in 1912 when Oxford emerged victorious in the rescheduled race just two days later.

When is the Boat Race 2025?

This year’s Boat Race is set for Sunday, April 13. The lead-up has been tumultuous, with FOUR Cambridge rowers disqualified following complaints from Oxford regarding their eligibility. Moreover, there are concerns about the water quality in the River Thames, with Sir Steve Redgrave expressing serious worries about the E.coli levels. The races will include the men’s and women’s events, along with their respective reserve races. The timetable is as follows:

• 1.21pm – 79th Women’s Boat Race
• 1.36pm – Women’s Reserve Race: Osiris (Oxford) vs Blondie (Cambridge)
• 1.51pm – Men’s Reserve Race: Isis (Oxford) vs Goldie (Cambridge)
• 2.21pm – 170th Men’s Boat Race

Viewers can catch the event live on BBC One and stream it via BBC iPlayer. Alternatively, SunSport will provide live updates from the Thames.