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Bass Fishing's World Championship Debuts in Nashville
5 Feb
Summary
- New tournament crowns a 'World Champion of Bass Fishing'.
- Features 50 elite anglers from rival tours.
- Offers over $3 million in prize money.

A new era for bass fishing dawns as 'The Champions' tournament is scheduled to take place in Nashville. This event, organized by World Bass Enterprises, aims to settle the score on the water by crowning an undisputed World Champion of Bass Fishing. The competition will feature an elite field of 50 top anglers, divided equally between the Progressive Bassmaster Elite Series and Major League Fishing's Bass Pro Tour.
With a record-breaking prize purse of over $3 million, the stakes are incredibly high. The winning angler is set to receive $1.25 million, with substantial payouts of $500,000 and $300,000 for second and third place, respectively. This significant financial incentive underscores the elite nature of the competition.
'The Champions' will be held at Old Hickory Lake in Hendersonville, Tennessee, from October 28 to November 1st. Ancillary events and expos are also planned at the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, providing a comprehensive experience for fans and participants alike.




