Cambridge defeats Oxford in Boat Race sweep

Cambridge University continued its dominance in the Boat Race, securing victories in both the men's and women's events against Oxford, marking the eighth consecutive win for the women's crew and the sixth in the last seven years for the men. The races were marred by controversy, including the disqualification of three Oxford athletes and concerns over water quality due to E. coli levels. The women's race experienced a dramatic clash that required a restart after just over a minute, but Cambridge ultimately regained control to win comfortably. In the men's race, Cambridge pulled away decisively after a competitive start, finishing 17 seconds ahead of Oxford. Both events underscored the widening gap in performance between the two universities, with Cambridge's dominance now a significant talking point. As celebrations ensued, discussions regarding eligibility rules and the impact of recent controversies on future competitions took center stage.