Find out how to bet on the Boat Race online with our oddschecker guide below. This includes the latest odds and betting markets for the 2024 Oxford vs. Cambridge race.
This age-old tradition sees the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge battle it out in a 4.3-mile race down the Rivers Thames, for the Annual Boat Race.
This is a rivalry steeped in tradition, with a lot of pride for each university on the line. It is a well-watched event, with viewing figures of around 15 million annually, and that leads to intrigue around betting on the event.
Below, we will look at all the factors involved when it comes to betting on the 2024 Boat Race so that you know how to bet online this Easter weekend.
With the first Boat Race between the two being held in 1829, and the race becoming an annual event since 1856, there is plenty of historical data to ponder. The main takeaway is that Cambridge holds a slight advantage with 86 wins to Oxford's 81, with one dead heat since the inauguration of this race.
Let's now dive deeper into how to bet on The Boat Race online in 2024.
What are the Odds on the Boat Race?
Below, you will find the latest odds for both the Men's and Women's Oxford vs. Cambridge Boat Race.
Men's Boat Race Odds
- Oxford (6/11)
- Tie (100/1)
- Cambridge (7/4)
Oxford are the odds-on favorite to beat Cambridge in this year's Boat Race, and at 6/11 are being given a 64.7% chance of victory.
Cambridge are priced up at 7/4 best price, which gives them a 36.4% implied chance of winning the 2024 Boat Race.
Women's Boat Race Odds
- Oxford (8/13)
- Tie (100/1)
- Cambridge (9/4)
The Women's Boat Race looks slightly harder to predict, as Oxford are 8/13, which suggests they have a 61.9% chance of winning.
Cambridge are best-priced at 9/4, which suggests a 30.8% chance of winning.
Oxford have the edge in both races according to the odds, which will make Oxford alumni happy.
Who is Winning the Boat Race?
The odds suggest we should be betting on Oxford to win the race. While Cambridge have historically got the better of Oxford (87-81 lifetime), the Oxford team are considered the faster of the two this year.
Where to Bet on the Boat Race?
Several bookmakers are offering odds on the 2024 Boat Race, including Paddy Power and BetMGM and you can find the full list on our odds grid here.
BetMGM, Unibet, and BetUK are all offering the market-leading odds on the Oxford team.
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When is the 2024 Boat Race?
The Women's Boat Race will take place at 2:46 pm today.
The Men's Boat Race will follow an hour later at 3:46 pm.
Where to Watch the Boat Race
The Boat Race will broadcast live on BBC1 and BBC iPlayer.
