when does boat race start

The Boat Race 2026 starts on Saturday, April 4, 2026. The women’s race begins at 2:21 p.m. BST, and the men’s race starts at 3:21 p.m. BST.

Timing

• Women: 2:21 p.m. BST.

• Women’s reserves: 2:36 p.m. BST.

• Men’s reserves: 2:51 p.m. BST.

• Men: 3:21 p.m. BST.

If you meant a different boat race, tell me which one and I’ll narrow it down.