Cambridge University SMASH Oxford in 170th Boat Race
Cambridge University smashed Oxford University in the 170th Boat Race.
The race was delayed by ten minutes after some debris was spotted in the water, which was a bit of wood.
After complaints from the teams, time passed as they waited for debris to pass the boats before the race began.
READ MORE: Oxford University beaten by Cambridge University in women's Boat Race
The 170th Boat Race goes to the @Cambridge_Uni Men's Crew! 🏆 pic.twitter.com/JMJr2WQqiX
— The Boat Race (@theboatrace) April 13, 2025
Both teams started strong with adrenaline pumping, and the first minute saw both teams blast off from the starting blocks.
Cambridge started to pull in front after five minutes ahead of the Hammersmith Bridge checkpoint.
The Dark Blues could not catch up with their bitter rivals, who stormed to a comprehensive victory on the day.
READ MORE: Oxford University's Emma Watson left staff 'breathless' in shop visit
Cambridge Men's President Luca Ferraro lifts the trophy with the rest of the team. (Image: John Walton / PA)
Cambridge Men's President Luca Ferraro lifted the trophy alongside the rest of the team following the confident performance.
Oxford had only won one out of the last six races, with that solitary victory coming in 2022
The Light Blues have now won seven of the last nine races, showing a real dominance in recent years.
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