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What is the Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race?
- An annual sailing competition in the English Channel
- A rowing competition open to all British universities
- A motorboat racing event held in Oxford
- An annual rowing race between Oxford and Cambridge universities on the River Thames
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The Oxford and Cambridge Boat Race is an annual rowing competition held on the River Thames in London between crews from Oxford and Cambridge universities. It has been held almost every year since 1829 and attracts large crowds along the riverbanks. The race covers a course of approximately 6.8 kilometres from Putney to Mortlake.