Conditions right for exciting Bassmaster Classic on the Tennessee River
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Friday, March 17, 2023
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The winning angler will take home the coveted Ray Scott Bassmaster Classic Trophy and $300,000.
Key Points:
- The winning angler will take home the coveted Ray Scott Bassmaster Classic Trophy and $300,000.
- Tournament waters include portions of the Holston and French Broad rivers, the confluence of which forms the Tennessee River headwaters.
- While the long-range forecast shows the potential for rain all three days, Bassmaster Elite Series pro and Tennessee River standout Brandon Lester has a largely optimistic outlook.
- Lester, an eight-time Classic qualifier from Fayetteville, Tenn., said a cold spell the week before the Classic should positively impact the seasonal progression.