The crew were present for the salvage Race which took place on April 27 . The sunken eight was recovered and returned to Oxford 's base . The choppy conditions were caused by strong winds against the tide creating three successive waves that swept over the ship 's riggers .
The crew were training for the Boat Race which takes place on April 11 . The sunken eight was recovered and returned to Oxford 's base . The choppy conditions were caused by strong wind against the tide creating three successive waves that poured over the boat 's riggers .