| 26th Boat Race | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Date | 17 March 1869 | ||
| Winner | Oxford | ||
| Margin of victory | 3 lengths | ||
| Winning time | 20 minutes 4 seconds | ||
| Overall record (Cambridge–Oxford) | 10–16 | ||
| Umpire | Joseph William Chitty (Oxford) | ||
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The 26th Boat Race between crews from the University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge took place on the River Thames on 17 March 1869. Oxford won by three lengths in a time of 20 minutes and 4 seconds. It was their ninth consecutive victory and was, at that point, the fastest time ever recorded in the event.