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2026 Fixture Series: CUBC Women in action against Thames
On Sunday 18 January, the CUBC Women faced Thames Rowing Club in their first fixture ahead of The Boat Race 2026. In clear weather conditions it was a learning experience for Cambridge overall, who now return to Ely to continue preparations ahead 3-4 April. Cambridge ‘A’ v Thames ‘A’ Result: First piece to Cambridge by…
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Alumnus Matt Brittin OLY Awarded CBE in King’s New Year Honours List
The Club wishes to extend its warmest congratulations to alumnus Matt Brittin OLY who was awarded a CBE in the King’s New Year Honours List for his services to technology and the enhancement of digital skills. Brittin spent a decade leading Google’s operations across Europe, the Middle East and Africa and now serves as a…
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Alumna Clare Briegal Awarded MBE in King’s New Year Honours List
The Club wishes to extend its warmest congratulations to alumna Clare Briegal (Murray Edwards) who was awarded an MBE in the King’s New Year Honours List for her services to sport. Briegal learned to row at university and raced for Blondie in the 1984 Women’s Reserve Race. She currently serves as Chair of Table Tennis…
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In Memoriam: David ‘Billy’ Walker (B. 1974)
The Club is saddened to announce the passing of Dr David ‘Billy’ Walker, who earned his Blue in 1974, rowing in the 3-seat of the 120th Boat Race. David Walker was born on 10th January 1953 and died on 20th December 2025 when he collapsed on his ergometer. He attended Bootham School in York where…
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Cambridge Trial VIIIs 2025 sees stormy waters and close racing
Cambridge Trial VIIIs proved a dramatic day on the Tideway, with conditions shifting from challenging to downright brutal as the racing unfolded. From early tussles for station advantage to fierce pushes in the closing stages, every contest delivered intensity and excitement. Steering warnings, blade clashes, and drives for the line saw tough tests for the…
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Cambridge Trial VIIIs 2025: Meet the Crews
CUBC is proud to announce its Trial VIIIs crews, marking the culmination of a strong first term’s work. The Trial VIIIs are crucial pre-Christmas races, serving as a dress rehearsal for The Boat Race by pitting two evenly matched crews from each club against each other over the full Championship Course on the Thames, for…
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CUBC at British December Trials
On Saturday 13 December, Team GB held closed trials at Caversham, with Cambridge University represented by three athletes. Patrick Wild and Gabriel Obholzer delivered a strong performance, finishing 7th in a highly competitive field featuring alumni and World Champions Douwe De Graaf, George Bourne, and James Robson. Meanwhile, Calvin Tarczy impressed with a solid showing…
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Celebrating Generosity: New Lightweight Men’s Launch Unveiled at Ely
On 23 November 2025, students and alumni gathered at Ely Boathouse for a special occasion: the unveiling of a new launch for the Lightweight Men’s squad, made possible through the generous support of our donors. The launch, aptly named ‘Less is More,’ was christened by 2026 President Josh Moore. This addition to the fleet will…
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The Women’s Boat Race Centenary — Have your say
Message from: Siobhan Cassidy, Chair The Boat Race Company Dear CUBC Alumni, As we approach the 100th anniversary of the Women’s Boat Race, I would like to invite CUBC and OUBC Blues to an informal online meeting to hear about The Boat Race’s early plans and, importantly, to ask you to help shape the celebrations.…
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Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Prentice joins CUBC training
On Thursday 27 November, the Club was delighted to welcome Cambridge Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Prentice to Ely Boathouse. This was the second visit for Professor Prentice, having first visited in the depths of winter training in February 2024. During her last visit, she followed women’s training, so this year it was the turn of the men.…