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"This title is testament to the hard work of our athletes, coaches, practitioners, and wider support teams."

Loughborough University has won its 41st consecutive title in British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS).

Loughborough’s total score of 8026 points is a championship record and saw the University finish almost 1,500 points clear of second place University of Nottingham.

Richard Wheater, Director of Performance and Development, Loughborough University, said: “This title is a testament to the hard work of our athletes, coaches, practitioners, and wider support teams.

“To win every BUCS title since its formation is nothing short of astounding and we’re extremely proud that the 41st title has been achieved with a record points total.”

Loughborough was also the top university in Athletics, Swimming, and Cycling.

BUCS provides competition for higher education sports in the UK.

Each year it delivers more than 50 sports across a varied programme of over 5,800 teams and individual competitors.

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