The Shelly Beach Game Fish Classic 2025 took place recently at Shelly Beach Ski-boat Club, with many anglers chasing the R20 000 first prize.
The three day competition started off with sporty weather and waves that were challenging for many a boat owner.
NSRI was on standby during the competition to keep anglers safe and also supplied early morning coffee, which was well received.
Open winner was Nicky Momberg (Nitro) with a yellowfin tuna of 18,2kg, winning R20 000 in the process.
Elmar Basson (Aquaholic) was second, Troy Peckham (Reel Chaos) third, Rory Eidelman (Fathertime) fourth, and Greg Defilippi (Amberwon) fifth.
Pieter Bodenstein (Bliksem) won the juniors with a yellowfin tuna of 10,7kg, followed by James Taylor (Donsa) and Nathan Hooke (Reel Chaos).
In the ladies’ section, the winner was Adele Pretorius (Sensational Neptune) with a yellowfin tuna of 16,2kg, followed by Michelle Cunningham (Dreamer).
Seniors was won by Richard Mosley (Hooker V) with a yellowfin tuna of 16,2kg.
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