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The Boat Race
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On the 30th March, 2002, two crews of 9 will row the Thames. They are competing for a trophy, but the pride of two universities is at stake. No Varsity fixture matters more to the universities.
But what about everyone else?
Is the Boat Race relevant, and do people watch it? What do people think? Anachronistic left over from an elistist past - or modern elite sportsmen competing at the top of the tree?
I'm interested to hear your views, especially if there's anyone out there from Oxbridge universities...
But what about everyone else?
Is the Boat Race relevant, and do people watch it? What do people think? Anachronistic left over from an elistist past - or modern elite sportsmen competing at the top of the tree?
I'm interested to hear your views, especially if there's anyone out there from Oxbridge universities...
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I do apologise for the apparent lack of willingness to enter into a more intellectual debate on the issue, but frankly, i don't think it deserves it.
(Sorry to be so shallow and personal about the issue, but hey - it's an opinion...)
Fair enough. When I said means more to the universities, I referred to those of a sporting nature, and the Varsity Games observers...
Are you at Cambridge, may I ask, and if so, college/subject? Anyone in favour of the race.
Was at Cambridge but graduated in 2000. Was at Catz doing English. Loved it, but glad to run away. At least i didn't row away.... So, you in Cambridge?
*checks diary*
Yep, I'll be mowing the lawn that day...