How Channel 4 made the BBC rue their decision to drop the ‘elitist’ Boat Race – despite the odd mishap from Jamie Laing and Co, writes JONATHAN McEVOY

April 5, 2026 - Uncategorized

JONATHAN McEVOY ON THE TIDEWAY: Not for the last time, but perhaps for the best, the BBC unhinged itself from the Boat Race. It was over to Channel 4 to host the ancient event that dates back to 1829.

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How Channel 4 made the BBC rue their decision to drop the ‘elitist’ Boat Race – despite the odd mishap from Jamie Laing and Co, writes JONATHAN McEVOY