The Boat Race - 2009

I remember when we lived on a boat, Boat Race Day was always fun. Chiswick Pier lays on a hog roast and a band, people gather round the boats and of course being on a boat ourselves, we have the best view possible.

Coming up river from Hammersmith

Chiswick Pier is a short distance from the end of the race. By the time the boats pass us, whoever is in front usually goes on to win. I love the build up, watching the start of the race on TV down in the hull of the boat, popping up as they go under Hammersmith Bridge.

Oxford way out into the lead as they pass our boat

Yes - Oxford still in the lead

As they go past, the river is calm and then the fleet of TV camera boats, frogmen and supprt boats come behind creating a huge wave.

Off they go towards Barnes Bridge and victory

This year was Oxford’s year (yippee!). Although Cambridge started off strong, they were no match for the superior muscle in the Oxford boat. The poor Cambridge team looked very dejected at the end. especially the cox - her last year and not a single win under her belt. Oh well, better luck next time NOT!!