NASHVILLE | OCT 28 – NOV 1 | 2026
One of the world's biggest bass fishing events
Elite anglers. $3.25 million on the line. Four day event with competition, concerts, and a 150,000 sq ft expo, all in Nashville.
THE FIELD IS SET60 Anglers.
One Championship.
The road to The Champions 2026 is complete. Meet the 60 anglers who earned their place in Nashville, with final rankings and qualification positions below.
Stars: final 2026 Bass Elite standings
For the first time ever: The top anglers from premier leagues in the industry competing on the same water, with neutral rules.
$3.25M
60 ANGLERS
4 DAYS
Live EntertainmentWBE Concert 250
Reel America
featuring Riley Green
World Bass Enterprises is proud to welcome CMA and ACM Award-winning country music star Riley Green as the headliner of WBE Concert 250 on Friday, October 30 at The Pinnacle in Nashville.
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The Tournament
60 anglers · 3 competition days · Old Hickory Lake · $3.25M purse
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Friday Night Concert
Headlining Riley Green at The Pinnacle
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150K Sq Ft Expo
Top outdoor brands · gear demos · fan experiences · Gaylord Opryland
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Pro-Am · Nov 1
Top 15 anglers + celebrities · Sanders Ferry Park
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3 Day Fan Festival At Sanders Ferry Park
Kids activities • Petting Zoo • Kids fishing, • Food trucks • Beer garden • 4 bands a day
The Champions PPV Live Stream · Oct 28–NOV 1, 2026 Watch Every Cast Live.
$3.25M On the Line.
Buy your ticket to stream the inaugural WBE The Champions Tournament LIVE. Every boat cam, all three competition days, live weigh-ins, and the Pro-Am you can't watch anywhere else.
Still up for grabs: every pass enters you to win a 2026 ATV, a beach getaway, a guided fishing trip, or an alligator hunting getaway.
Average Joe’s Sweepstakes entry is closed. Stay tuned for winners.
GAYLORD OPRYLAND · OCT 29–31
150,000 Sq Ft of
Everything Outdoors
Three days of boats, rods, reels, and the biggest names in the outdoors — all under one roof. Step aboard the newest rigs, meet the anglers fishing for $3.25 million, and shop show-only pricing you won't find at home.
SOME OF THE BRANDS YOU WILL SEE:
Official GearWear the crest.
Own the water.
The official WBE merch collection is here — bold, built for the water, and made for true Champions fans. Oh, and every eligible order enters you to win a boat, so shop like your next ride depends on it.
Shop & Earn Entries
Win a
Ranger Bass Boat
A pre-owned Ranger Z521R 55th Anniversary Limited Edition rigged with a Mercury Pro XS 250 — cover, life vests, and delivery included.
EVENT AMBASSADOR
Randy Moss
NFL Hall of Famer · Lifelong angler · Host, Chasing 10 with Randy Moss
"I get the same rush reeling in a bass as I did finding the end zone. I can't wait for The Champions this fall in Nashville."
The field — preview Meet the Anglers
Jacob Wheeler
Trey McKinney
Zack Birge
Brandon Palaniuk
“The Champions tournament on Old Hickory Lake this fall is setting a new standard for what competitive bass fishing can look like.
I’ve spent my career around this sport as an angler and now leading Major League Fishing, and I can say with confidence that World Bass Enterprises is preparing to deliver an experience at a level we’ve truly never seen before. From production quality to fan engagement and sponsor integration, this event is pushing the boundaries in the best possible way. It’s not just another tournament. It’s a showcase of where our sport is headed, and our team at MLF is thrilled to be working with WBE to make it a reality. For fans and partners alike, The Champions is a can’t-miss opportunity.”
— Boyd Duckett, President & CEO, Major League Fishing
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