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Big blues from Bermuda, Kona, and the Gulf light up the leaderboard with three months to go— but the world’s biggest tournaments are still to come
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Big blues from Bermuda, Kona, and the Gulf light up the leaderboard with three months to go— but the world’s biggest tournaments are still to come
A 746.2-pound blue marlin delivers victory for Grocery Isle at the Blue Marlin Grand Championship, while Devotion tops the release leaderboard and clinches the coveted Gulf Coast Triple Crown
A dramatic finish and the largest purse in series history define the 2025 Bermuda Triple Crown, as Builder’s Choice reclaims the coveted title in unforgettable fashion
A celebration of Hawaiian lure-making history and modern-day tournaments sees strong fishing and tight competition
This world-class even in Quepos, Costa Rica, is the largest and most prestigious sportfishing tournament series in the world.
For decades, the blue-purple waters off the island nation of Bermuda have attracted anglers from around the world to pursue giant Atlantic blue marlin as well as a host of other species.
Fish the iconic North Drop while enjoying the luxurious Scrub Island Resort and Marina in the British Virgin Islands.
Fantastic fishing for blue and striped marlin draws the top teams in sport fishing to the tip of Mexico’s Baja Peninsula each fall to compete in the prestigious Los Cabos Billfish Tournament.
From the biggest marlin and heftiest paydays to the best parties and the toughest competition, there’s a billfish tournament to suit just about anyone. Here is our comprehensive guide to fishing tournaments for marlin and sailfish worldwide.
A red-hot bite and record payouts mark the second leg of the Bermuda Triple Crown, as Bree claims the release crown and Builder’s Choice lands a 650-pound blue marlin
Capt. Nick Durham and angler Jeffery Stafford receive massive payday, sit atop the 2025 HMTS as the series enters the final stretch
Topping 167 teams, Capt. Tom Francis leads Ultimate Lady to glory in the 2025 Blue Marlin World Cup, landing a record $1.3 million payout
The local boat’s 501‑lb blue marlin secured a stunning $643,450 prize, marking the largest single check in the Bermuda Triple Crown’s history
Family, fun, and tight competition highlight this Outer Banks classic as 56 teams gather for the iconic blue marlin release tournament
A tight leaderboard and strong competition defined this July 4th showdown in Kona
The second event in the Hawaii Marlin Tournament Series is highlighted by strong fishing and a renewed energy
Maryland’s Pachanga wins tournament’s top honors
All-In Southern Charm lands a 654.6-pound marlin to win big, while Team Supreme takes the release division
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