Winning gear on Kentucky Lake

Though Florida angler Bobby Lane had put the big smackdown on the rest of the field for three days, in the final going it was closer than anybody thought when Day Four began. Lane wound up with 97 pounds, 9 ounces, 5 1/2 pounds better than runner-up Kevin VanDam, to claim his first Elite Series victory.

2009 Angler of the Year

In this photo gallery you will see images of the 2009 Elite series Tennessee Triumph on Kentucky Lake.

An ill wind blows no good

As a rain front scooted out of the area Thursday night, gusting northwest winds moved in and presented another challenge to the top 50 anglers vying for a spot in Saturday's final round.

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