BANGLADESHI boat racers will be celebrating a decade of the annual Great Oxford Canoe Race on Sunday.

Anam Hoque, 42, who will be racing in a Bangladeshi nowka boat, said: “It’s amazing how far we’ve come.

“What began as just a few Bangladeshi people racing in small boats is now 12 teams racing against each, including English teams too.

“It’s set to be a really fun day, we’re expecting over 200 spectators to come and watch us race, which will really add to the atmosphere.”

People can join the fun at the Falcon Rowing and Canoeing Club’s base on the Thames near Donnington Bridge Road, Oxford.

Money raised by the race will support the Nepal earthquake appeal and the Falcon club’s fundraising appeal for a new boathouse.

Mr Hoque, who owns a restaurant in Eynsham, said: “We’re still welcoming more entries so if you want to join in, just come along on the day.”