Monday 1st June 2026

Sport

The women who turned the tide

Summer 2024 Annie Anezakis has just been elected OUBC Women’s President, Lilli Freischem is celebrating Osiris’ Boat Race win, and Esther Briz Zamorano is racing in the Paris Olympics. Two years...

Summer VIIIs roundup: day two

Early divisions started strong, with many boats that bumped yesterday continuing on the same...

Summer VIIIs roundup: day one

It’s one of the hottest Mays in recorded history. Crews are wearing layers of...

Oriel’s quest for headship at Summer VIIIs 2026

Sitting in Oriel Boat Club’s Captain's room, across from Captains Freiderikos and Merle, I...

May the 4th not be with you, Tiddlywinkers!

Oxford team lose 8 straight matches to Cambridge in tiddlywinks Varsity match

The Paradox Of Life And Art

Melissa Thorne on the dangers that can come of confusing life and art

Uncertainty over Athletics Cuppers winners

Jonathan Davidson reports from Trinity Cuppers at the Iffley Road Stadium

The most ridiculous event in the world

George Colenutt attempts to understand the madness of the NFL Draft system

Cherwell’s Workouts: Football

Samuele Volpe trains with OUAFC

The Premier League’s worst XI of the season

Josh Platt looks at those players who have thoroughly disappointed their clubs and supporters this season so far

Jammin to… ‘Biggest Fan Ever’ by Filthy Boy

Luke Barratt wants to share this disturbing but enthralling narrative song

Let’s Not Get Hitched

Marc Pacitti is unimpressed by Richard Seymour's partisan attitude in 'Unhitched: The Trial Of Christopher Hitchens'

Balliol beat New/St Hilda’s in season opener

Jonathan Davidson reports on Balliol’s crushing victory over their title rivals

Blues excel in Marathon Varsity

Edward Lowe reports on a more unusual event in the Oxbridge sporting calendar

Greyhounds put down

Edward Lowe reports on an agonising Oxfordshire Cup Final defeat for OURFC 2nds

Coaches need to focus on mind over matter

Samuele Volpe explores how coaches are most important to their sportsmen as a source of inspiration

Tiddlywinks strikes again

Varsity team training hard against stiff opposition from Cambridge

Grand National Horse-by-Horse Guide

Can't be bothered doing your own research for the Grand National? Here's Cherwell's guide on which horses could bolster your pocket this Saturday.

How to Win (money) on Grand National Day

Cherwell's racing expert gives you his tips for betting at the Grand National.

Agonizing Varsity defeat for OUAFC Blues

A second half comeback by Cambridge overcomes the Blues 3-2 in a thrilling contest.

Oxford Seek Revenge in Varsity Football Match

Jonathan Davidson previews the 129th Varsity Football Match.

A Beginner’s Guide to the Boat Race

Are you a newbie to rowing? Learn everything you need to know about the University's biggest sporting event.

Oxford Dominate Henley Boat Races 2013

Oxford produce a clean sweep of victories against the Tabs.

OUWBC look to improve Varsity record

Edward Lowe previews the 68th Annual Newton Women's Boat Race.

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