Cambridge men win fourth straight Boat Race as Oxford women win
Cambridge men win fourth straight Boat Race as Oxford women win
Cambridge extends the men's winning streak to four, while Oxford women end a decade-long wait with a Boat Race triumph on the Thames.
Cambridge's light blues clinched the men's Boat Race for the fourth straight time, extending their winning run along the Thames as rivals from Oxford watched from the banks. The iconic annual showdown remains a showcase of speed, endurance, and centuries of rivalry.
Oxford's women's team claimed victory, winning their first Boat Race since 2016, adding a dramatic counterpoint to the day and highlighting a strengthening depth in the women's crews.
Analysts note that Cambridge have arguably their best men's squad in history, while the women's squads sit on a tighter balance ahead of the clash. The result leaves Cambridge with momentum in the men's race, while Oxford will regroup and push to close the gap in the women’s competition next year.
Supporters lined the riverbanks as the boats surged past Putney to Mortlake, and celebrations rippled through both camps after the line. The Boat Race stays a defining ritual on the athletic calendar, blending elite competition with pageantry and intense rivalry.
Looking ahead, teams will study the performances, seek improvements, and prepare for the next chance on the Thames.
