Summary

  • Use play icon at the top of page for live coverage from The Boat Race 2024

  • Women's Race - 14:46 GMT

  • Men's Race - 15:46 GMT

  • Cambridge are defending champions, having won all four races last year including the women’s and men’s reserves

Live Reporting

  1. Who are the teams?

    BBC Sport

    Men's race crews

    Oxford: Jelmer Bennema, Harry Glenister, Saxon Stacey, James Doran, Elias Kun, Frederick Roper, Leonard Jenkins, Elliot Kemp, William Denegri (cox)

    Cambridge: Sebastian Benzecry, Noam Mouelle, Thomas Marsh, Augustus John, Kenneth Coplan, Thomas Lynch, Luca Ferraro, Matt Edge, Ed Bracey (cox)

    Women's race crews

    Oxford: Lucy Edmunds, Ella Stadler, Tessa Haining, Claire Aitken, Sarah Marshall, Annie Sharp, Julia Lindsay, Annie Anezakis, Joe Gellett (cox)

    Cambridge: Gemma King, Joanna Matthews, Iris Powell, Jenna Armstrong, Carina Graf, Carys Earl, Clare Hole, Megan Lee, Hannah Murphy.

  2. What is the Boat Race?

    BBC Sport

    The first men's race took place in 1829 and it has become one of the world's most famous amateur sporting events.

    The women's race started in 1927. It has been run on the same day and course as the men since 2015.

    Cambridge won the double last year,with the women recording a sixth successive win.

    Cambridge lead the men's series 86-81, with one recorded dead heat, and have a 47-30 advantage in the women's series.

  3. How can I watch the Boat Race?

    All times are GMT and subject to change

    BBC iPlayer

    Saturday 30 March

    14:00 - 16:30 GMT - BBC One, BBC Red Button, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport Website & app.

    Available to watch back on demand via BBC iPlayer.

  4. Get Inspired: How to get into rowing

    BBC Sport

    Why get into rowing?

    It's a physical, exciting and social sport that helps you work effectively in a team.

    Who is it for?

    If you're looking for a fantastic way to stay in shape and you love being on the water, rowing is perfect for you. Alternatively, most gyms provide indoor rowing machines.

    Is there a cheap option?

    Most clubs will offer subsidised rates for juniors, students and social members. Free taster sessions at some clubs are also available.

    What if I want a proper workout?

    Rowing is a fantastic cardiovascular workout. Every stroke uses 85% of your muscles covering nine major muscle groups so it also helps you to tone up, fast.

    Can I take it to another level?

    Join a local club and unleash your competitive side! There are over 550 rowing clubs across the country where you can get started.

    Is there a disability option?

    'Rowability' from British Rowing aims to encourage anyone who has a physical, sensory or learning impairment to start rowing.

    Is there a family option?

    Lots of clubs run taster sessions at weekends and during school holidays- so you can get the whole family involved!

    A whole generation of Brits grew up watching our rowers dominate the Olympics, with Sir Steve Redgrave and Sir Matthew Pinsent leading the medal tallies.

    Whether you wish to emulate the success of the GB rowing team, or just burn a few calories out, rowing is an easy to enjoy sport for all.

    There is a wide range of ways for people of all abilities to take part in rowing, including personal challenges, indoor rowing, ocean crossings, regattas and international competitions.

    Visit British Rowing or find local rowing opportunities in Ireland,Scotland and Wales.