THE start of the Men's Boat Race was delayed after debris was spotted in the Thames.

The iconic race between Oxford and Cambridge was set to start 14:21 this afternoon.

Oxford University Boat Club rowing team on the water.The Men's Boat Race has been delayed

But it was delayed by ten minutes due to a plank of wood being reportedly spotted in the water.

Both teams were made to wait on the start line as a boat was sent to clear the route.

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