2 APRIL 1921, Page 3

On Wednesday Cambridge won the Boat Race after one of

the most magnificent struggles ever seen. Oxford had improved notably during the last few days of practise, but they were still a rough crew, though a good crew, as compared with Cambridge. The feature of the race was the splendid generalship of Mr. Hartley, the Cambridge Stroke. He knew that the tall and heavy men behind him must not be bustled if they were to do themselves justice. The way in which he allowed Oxford to lead until he saw his opportunity and then won the race in the most convincing style after Barnes Bridge had been passed was a memorable thing to see. Generally the Boat Race is over by the time Barnes Bridge has been reached.