From as far back as I can remember ‘The Boat Race’ was always a must watch sports event in our family, it was part of our family tradition…which still continues to this day. Yes, it‘s true the family are spread far and wide but we are all together in spirit for this event, and I know texts, emails and phone calls will be made as the Boat Race finishes later today.
My dad is a firm Oxford Fan …my dear mum always used to support Cambridge - the event was a great family time to share, cheer, commiserate but it was always a time when we were together and for some reason no other sporting event had quite the same effect. I’ve never stopped to analyse why this was.
And, so it is the same today, family texts and phone calls have already been exchanged …such a shame the British weather isn’t better, because so many followers do flock to the River Thames with their families to be part of the event and to enjoy the wonderful atmosphere.
Will the water of the River Thames be calm or choppy? Will it be Oxford or Cambridge who takes the coveted 160th title? I hope the stretch of water between Putney and Mortlake will see a great race. The first race took place on 10th June 1829 in Henley on Thames, following a challenge between old school friends, since the second race in 1836 the contest has always taken place in London.
Cambridge lead the number of wins with 81, in comparison to Oxford’s 77, there was a draw back in 1877 …isn‘t History great! Can you imagine what the boats and oars were like back then? In today’s times with modern day materials both the boats and the clothes are so different.
I know the Oxford crew will be doing their utmost to make it another win this year, having beaten Cambridge last year … but will it be Cambridge to win this year? Will last years winning time of 17 minutes 27 seconds be beaten? Guess we will have to wait and see. The race is due to start at 5.55pm today, Sunday 6th April 2014, and I will edit the post later with a ………….P.S.
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The winner’s were Oxford.
Enjoy your afternoon
All the best Jan
4 comments:
A big tradition in my family too...a family member rowed for Cambridge in the seventies so I'm a Light blue supporter!
Here we go......;)
Geri :)
A big tradition in my family too...a family member rowed for Cambridge in the seventies so I'm a Light blue supporter!
Here we go......;)
Geri :)
:(. We wuz swamped! :(
Going to be a difficult choice for me next year as a close family member, should he choose to accept the offer, will be studying at Oxford, lol.
Well done Oxford. By far the best boat this year!
Geri :)
Have to say felt so sorry for Cambridge ...the clash.....the un-seating of Luke, but the race goes on.
Watching the build up the crowd were enjoying themselves the Pimms was in full flow. Great atmosphere.
Here's to next years race .. and yes your race watching next year Geri will be super charged.
All the best Jan
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