How They Did It

The top three finishers explain their techniques at the 2009 Southern Open on the Harris Chain of Lakes.

Classic XX

JAMES RIVER, Va.; Rick Clunn of Montgomery, Texas, claimed his fourth Classic crown on Aug. 25, 1990.

Classic Countdown: 19

At the rate Kevin VanDam is going he should be able to break even the most historic bass fishing records.

Classic XIX

It was a Bitter loss to Hank Harper at the 19th. Bassmaster Classic on James River.

Classic Countdown: 20

Going fishing could make you a millionaire. This article tells you how many millionaires are competing for the 2009 Bassmaster Angler of the Year award.

Classic Countdown: 21

For some reason, a lot of fishing fans seem to think that Bryan Kerchal, the Federation Nation angler who won the Classic in 1994, was the youngest winner in Classic history. He wasn't.

2009 Bassmaster Southern Open #1, Kremer

Kremer rode a hot flipping bite to a comfortable lead. He opened up more than 4-pound margin over his nearest competitor, Bassmaster Elite Series pro Greg Vinson of Wetumpka, Ala.

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