Bassmaster Classic Picks and Predictions
Thom Abraham shares his picks for the 2026 Bassmaster Classic, pitting top anglers against each other in a series of matches. Jordan Lee and Lee Livesay face off in the first match, while Tucker Smith and Paul Marks compete in the second. Abraham also predicts the outcome of the match between past Classic champs Justin Hamner and Easton Fothergill. With his expertise and knowledge of the anglers, Abraham provides insight into the upcoming tournament.
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