Topics: Rayo Breckenridge

The Classic champions

Feb 20, 2012

Once a Bassmaster Classic champion, always a Classic champion. It's one of those things that truly can't be taken away from you. These anglers know what it means to hoist this trophy and be introduced as a world champion.

Rookies and the Classic

Feb 11, 2011

Rookies have been a part of the Bassmaster Classic since the very beginning -- 1971, when all the anglers were rookies. In 2011, there will be 15 Classic rookies competing. It seems like a big number, but it's actually quite average.

Classic Countdown: 8

Feb 13, 2009

In this article, read about the significance of the number 8 in Bassmaster Classic history.

Clunn's first step toward immortality

Apr 28, 2008

Rick Clunn's life on the water.

Classic III

Oct 26, 1973

Rayo Breckenridge of Paragould, Ark., out fished the field of 26 fishermen to earn a $15,000 paycheck. The third annual Bassmaster Classic was held Oct. 24-26, 1973, at Clarks Hill, in South Carolina.

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