In 1829, Oxford and Cambridge began their legendary rowing rivalry on the Thames
The historic rivalry between Oxford and Cambridge moved from the classroom to the water in 1829, launching a rowing tradition on the River Thames that has captivated millions of spectators for nearly two centuries.
The legendary Boat Race began on June 10, 1829, after two school friends attending the different universities challenged each other to a rowing match. Oxford wore dark blue while Cambridge donned pink, though Cambridge later switched to their signature light blue. Oxford won that inaugural race easily, but they sparked a fierce annual competition that eventually moved to the famous four-mile stretch of the Thames in London.
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