sydney dominant at
australian boat race 2023
After four years, the Australian Boat Race returned to the Yarra River over the weekend, hosting the best student-athlete rowers from the University of Melbourne and the University of Sydney. Hundreds of spectators lined the river for the races which saw the Sydney crews taking victories in both main races.
The Australian Boat Race boasts a longstanding tradition between Australia’s
two oldest Universities, Melbourne and Sydney. Held annually, the event encapsulates the rivalry between two great cities and two great universities.
Current Standings:
THE EDMUND BARTON TROPHY (MEN’S EIGHT)
Sydney: 11 wins
Melbourne: 2 wins
THE BELLA GUERIN TROPHY (WOMEN’S EIGHT)
Sydney: 5 wins
Melbourne: 8 wins
