The Boat Race 2025 Odds
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The Boat Race is one of the most iconic events in British sport, featuring a fierce head-to-head rowing battle between historic University rivals Oxford and Cambridge. Held annually along a 4.2-mile stretch of the River Thames, this prestigious race captures national attention—and offers great value for those looking to explore Boat Race betting odds. Read More
With a massive television audience of up to 15 million viewers, the Boat Race has also become a favourite for punters. Whether you're looking for the latest Boat Race 2025 odds, betting specials, or outright winner markets, this is your go-to destination.
On this page, you’ll find everything you need to make informed bets on this year’s clash—ante-post odds, crew news and a look back at previous Boat Race winners. All eyes will be on Sunday 13th April 2025, as Cambridge aim to complete a third consecutive sweep over Oxford, having secured both the men's and women's titles in recent years.
Stay tuned for updates on market movements and insider predictions as we approach race day.
The Boat Race 2025 Odds
Not only will you be able to place a bet on the winner, but there will be various specials on offer; from winning distance, time of victory, and whether a record will be broken to odds on whether a boat will sink! The latter has happened six times during the race’s long and storied history, but not since 1978.
You will even be able to bet on a dead heat - a tie - as was the case way back in 1877.
The Boat Race 2025 Schedule
The 2025 Boat Race between Oxford and Cambridge will take place on Sunday 13th April 2025. This prestigious event will include the 79th Women's Boat Race and the 170th Men's Boat Race. Both races will be held on the iconic Championship Course along the Thames in London, from Putney to Mortlake.
| Time | Race |
|---|---|
| 1:21pm | Women’s Boat Race |
| 1:36pm | Women’s Reserve Race - Osiris vs Blondie |
| 1:51pm | Men’s Reserve Race - Isis vs Goldie |
| 2:21pm | Men’s Boat Race |
The Boat Race 2025 Crews
The Boat Race crew announcements took place on Wednesday 26th March. Listed below you’ll find the names of each competitor in the crews from each University for both the men’s and women’s races in 2025.
Men's 2025 Teams
| Oxford Men'S Team | CAMBRIDGE Men'S TEAM |
|---|---|
| Tom Sharrock (bow) | Simon Hatcher (bow) |
| Nick Rusher | Luca Ferraro |
| Tom Mackintosh | James Robson |
| Tass von Mueller | George Bourne |
| James Doran | Gabriel Mahler |
| Felix Rawlinson | Tom Macky |
| Will O’Connell | Noam Mouelle |
| Nico Kohl (stroke) | Douwe de Graaf (stroke) |
| Tobias Bernard (cox) | Ollie Boyne (cox) |
Women’s 2025 Teams
| Oxford WOMen'S Team | CAMBRIDGE WOMen'S TEAM |
|---|---|
| Sarah Polson (bow) | Katy Hempson (bow) |
| Kyra Delray | Tash Morrice |
| Annie Anezakis | Claire Collins |
| Sarah Marshall | Carys Earl |
| Alexia Lowe | Annie Wertheimer |
| Tessa Haining | Sophia Hahn |
| Lilli Freischem | Gemma King |
| Heidi Long (stroke) | Samantha Morton Van Eybergen (stroke) |
| Daniel Orton (cox) | Jack Nicholas (cox) |
The Boat Race Winners
The very first men’s race dates back nearly 200 years to 1829 which was comprehensively won by Oxford.
Fast-forward to the current day and the results are extremely close, with Cambridge holding an 87-81 lead over Oxford heading into the 2025 race.
Current holders Cambridge have been victorious in five of the last six editions, coming out on top by three and a half lengths in 2024.
Last 10 Winners of The Men’s Boat Race
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Cambridge |
| 2023 | Cambridge |
| 2022 | Oxford |
| 2021 | Cambridge |
| 2020 | No Race |
| 2019 | Cambridge |
| 2018 | Cambridge |
| 2017 | Oxford |
| 2016 | Cambridge |
| 2015 | Oxford |
There have been 78 editions of The Women’s Boat Race, which was first rowed in 1927 and won by Oxford.
However, its current holders Cambridge who have roared ahead over the years with 47 wins to Oxford’s 30.
Cambridge are enjoying a seven-race winning streak, which includes a stonking 7-length winning margin last year.
Last 10 Winners of The Women’s Boat Race
| Year | Winner |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Cambridge |
| 2023 | Cambridge |
| 2022 | Cambridge |
| 2021 | Cambridge |
| 2020 | No Race |
| 2019 | Cambridge |
| 2018 | Cambridge |
| 2017 | Cambridge |
| 2016 | Oxford |
| 2015 | Oxford |
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When is The Boat Race?
The 2025 Boat Race will take place on Sunday 13th April 2025.
What time is The Boat Race 2025?
The Women’s Boat Race will get under way at 1.21pm, followed by The Men’s Boat race at 2.21pm.
Where is The Boat Race 2025?
The Boat Race will take place along the River Thames on what is known as the Championship Course, which is 4 miles 374 yards.
What TV Channel is The Boat Race 2025 on?
The Boat Race will be screened live on BBC 1 and is also available to view online via the BBC iPlayer.
Which team has won the boat race the most times?
Over the 168 editions of the race, Cambridge claim the most wins with 87, to the 81 wins from Oxford, there was a course a dead heat in 1877.
Meanwhile, Cambridge Women lead Oxford Women 48 to 30.
What distance is the boat race?
The Championship Course, also known as the Boat Race course, spans a distance of 4 miles, 374 yards (equivalent to 6.8 km) along the River Thames in South West London, running between Putney and Mortlake.
How long does it take to finish the boat race?
The Boat Race course typically takes around 20 minutes to complete, although this can vary depending on several factors such as weather conditions and the strength of the crews. In 1998, the Cambridge men's crew achieved the fastest time ever recorded, completing the course in just 16 minutes and 19 seconds.
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