Fisher Anaya Wins the 2026 Lippert Bassmaster Elite at Lake Martin

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OAK BLUFF, Manitoba--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb 17, 2026--

FXR Pro Fish is proud to announce a statement victory from rookie team angler Fisher Anaya, who captured first place at the 2026 Lippert Bassmaster Elite at Lake Martin with a winning total of 38 lb–10 oz. The early-season win positions Anaya as a rising contender and builds momentum as the sport’s biggest stage approaches.

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Rookie sensation Fisher Anaya scores monumental victory at Lake Martin

Over the course of the tournament, Anaya demonstrated precision, adaptability, and relentless focus, consistently locating quality fish and assembling the right patterns to rise to the top of the leaderboard and secure the victory.

“I’m incredibly thankful for the support from FXR Pro Fish and everyone behind the scenes,” said Anaya. “Everything came together this weekend, and it feels great to bring home the win. The competition was tough, but I stayed focused and trusted the process.”

The win marks a major early-season statement and reinforces FXR Pro Fish’s presence among the sport’s top competitors. “We couldn’t be more excited for Fisher and his performance this weekend,” said Chris Meyeran, Brand Director of FXR Pro Fish. “Winning at this level takes preparation, discipline, and mental toughness. Fisher showed exactly what it takes to close the door on a strong field and represent our team at the highest level.”

FXR Pro Fish athletes continue to compete nationwide, building momentum and representing the brand with professionalism and grit across the Bassmaster Elite Series.

As one of the most respected names in the fishing community, FXR Pro Fish continues to partner with elite anglers to push performance and innovation in competitive fishing.

FXR Pro Fish returns to action March 12–15 in Knoxville, Tenn., with all 10 anglers set to compete at the 2026 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic. To learn more about FXR Pro Fish apparel and team updates, visit: https://fxrracing.com/pages/pro-fish

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