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Boat Race Mutiny

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In 1987, a group of Oxford University rowers led a famous rebellion against their coach, Dan Topolski. Despite the dissent, Topolski, who died on February 21st, managed to lead Oxford to an unlikely win. He spoke to Simon Watts before his death.

PHOTO: Oxford University celebrate their victory in 1987 (Getty Images).


Published on Saturday, 28th February 2015.

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