Rowing

Cambridge beat Oxford in traditional race!

Cambridge beat Oxford in the traditional rowing race!(Bild: AFP)

Cambridge has beaten Oxford in the traditional rowing race, underlining its dominance in the competition between the two elite universities! 

In the 169th edition of the 6.8-kilometer race on the Thames in London, the Cambridge men's eight won for the 87th time, while the women's eight also triumphed for the second time in a row.

Duel is one of the oldest amateur competitions ever
After the 78th race, the women's eight had won 48:30, with the men winning five of the last six duels.

The duel between the two universities, which has been held since 1829, is one of the oldest amateur competitions of all.