The Varsity Boat Race is an annual event between the University of Birmingham Boat Club and the University of Warwick Boat Club. The event is staged on the River Severn in Worcester. 2006 saw the inaugural Varsity Boat Race between these rival West Midlands Universities. Ten races were held, with the University of Birmingham claiming overall victory by 7 races to 3.
Read more about Varsity Boat Race: The 2012 Varsity Boat Race
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