频道4将从2026年开始播放这场赛事, 取代了BBC近90年后的播出. Channel 4 will broadcast the Boat Race starting in 2026, replacing the BBC after nearly 90 years.

第四频道将从2026年开始接管独家自由对空广播船赛, 结束英国广播公司自1938年以来的几乎连续报导。 Channel 4 will take over exclusive free-to-air broadcasting of the Boat Race starting in 2026, ending the BBC’s near-continuous coverage since 1938. 五年协议包括2029年男性二百周年和2027年女性百周年。 The five-year deal includes the men’s bicentenary in 2029 and women’s centenary in 2027. 尽管英国广播公司在2025年的收视率很高,但出于财政和观众价值方面的考虑,选择不续延。 Despite strong viewership in 2025, the BBC chose not to renew, citing financial and value-for-audience considerations. 第 4 频道称这项赛事是 “赛艇皇冠上的明珠”，强调其传统和日益增长的受欢迎程度。 Channel 4 called the event the “crown jewel of rowing,” emphasizing its heritage and growing popularity. 下一次比赛定于2026年4月4日举行。 The next race is set for 4 April 2026.