Queens Club: A Historic Stage for Inter-University Rivalries and Athletic Traditions since the Late 19th Century Step back in time and explore the rich history of Queens Club, a legendary venue in London that has played host to some of the most iconic inter-university sports events. From the Oxford and Cambridge Athletic Sports on 29 March, featuring the thrilling finish of the Quarter-Mile Race (as depicted in this engraving), to the Inter-University Association Football Match on 1899, showcased in this evocative engraving. The hallowed grounds have also witnessed the excitement of International Athletics, as Harvard and Yale faced off against Oxford and Cambridge in 1895, as seen in this lithograph. The passion and intensity of the inter-university football matches, such as the one on 11 December 1897, are captured in this engraving, while the rugged determination of the rugby players from Oxford and Cambridge is on full display in this lithograph from 1898. The rivalries between these esteemed institutions were not always decided in a single match, as evidenced by the drawn Inter-University Rugby Football Match on 13 December 1898, depicted in this lithograph. The timeless tradition of Oxford versus Cambridge at Queens Club continued well into the 20th century, as seen in this engraving from 1900. The Inter-University Sports at Queens Club on 21 March 1903, as documented in this black and white photograph, remain a testament to the enduring spirit of friendly competition and camaraderie that has defined these events for generations. Join us as we celebrate the rich history and the unforgettable moments of inter-university sports that have unfolded on its hallowed grounds.