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Evan Kung wins Bassmaster Elite at St. Lawrence River as nine anglers claim Century Belts in record smallmouth event

8/31/2026

Nine anglers crossed the 100-pound mark at the Bassmaster Elite at St.

Lawrence River, the most Century Belts ever awarded at a single smallmouth event in Bassmaster history, as Evan Kung claimed the tournament title with a four-day total of 109 pounds, 9 ounces.

Kung came from a pound and a half back entering the final day, weighed in a bag of 27-12, and overtook overnight leader Trey McKinney in the tournament's final minutes.

Lawrence needing a strong finish just to retain his Bassmaster Elite Series card.