May Bumps 2016
The May Bumps 2016 was a series of rowing races at Cambridge University from Wednesday 8 June 2016 to Saturday 11 June 2016. The event was run as a bumps race and have been held annually in mid-June in this form since 1887. See May Bumps for the format of the races.
Head of the River crews
Lady Margaret bumps Pembroke on day 1 to go second, rowed over behind Caius on days 2 and 3, and caught Caius on day 4 halfway down the Long Reach.[1]
Downing women rowed over on all four days to retain the headship for a third year.
Highest 2nd VIIIs
Lady Margaret II remained the highest placed men's second VIII, and won blades.
Jesus II bumped Queens' on day 1 to remain the highest second boat, and the only second boat in a first division.
Links to races in other years
| Preceding year | Current year | Following year |
|---|---|---|
| May Bumps 2015 | May Bumps 2016 | May Bumps 2017 |
| Lent Bumps 2015 | Lent Bumps 2016 | Lent Bumps 2017 |