03rd December 2025 Since May 2025, OUBC and CUBC have been reviewing the Joint Agreement rules regarding student athlete eligibility to row in the Boat Race.
Helena Smalman-Smith is a journalist at British Rowing and The Boat Race Company. With over 35 years of experience in the sport, she is passionate about exploring themes beyond traditional regattas, focusing on rowing, athlete training, and sustainability. Helena's insights and expertise have been featured in British Rowing and The Boat Race Company.