The 72nd Colours Boat Race between Trinity College Dublin and University College Dublin will take place on Friday, 18th March for the first time in three years.
The teams will go head-to-head on the Liffey, racing upstream from O’ Connell Bridge to St. James’ Gate. There will be a dedicated viewing area at St. James’ Gate on Victoria Quay with live commentary.
“It is fantastic to be back racing for the Gannon Cup and the Dan Quinn shield, particularly after such a long gap since the last time this event has been run,” said Tom Stevens, Dublin University Boat Club captain.
“The colours race is such a unique event. Racing through the city is incredibly exciting and a huge privilege. It feels like sitting in a fishbowl on the start line with all of the faces looking down at you off of O’Connell Bridge. We are very excited to get out there and race.”
“Colours is certainly one of the highlights of our rowing season,” added Alicia O’ Neill, captain of the Women’s team.
“It’s the only race where we can row down the Liffey through the heart of Dublin City Centre and where spectators can watch the race from start to finish.”
“We have been waiting since 2019 to race so the excitement is like no other. Both our senior and novice squads are more than ready to race.”
There are four races in all with start times from 10 AM to 1130 AM.
The coin toss for the 2022 Colours Boat Races took place on Sunday, 27th February at the dining hall of Trinity College Dublin, overseen by Trinity Alumni and motivational speaker Mark Pollock.
