Cole Floyd wins first Bass Pro Tour event at Beaver Lake, taking home $125,000.

Cole Floyd secured his first Bass Pro Tour victory at the Yuengling Light Lager Stage 5 tournament on Beaver Lake by catching 24 bass weighing 56 pounds, narrowly edging out Wesley Strader. Floyd overcame a late lead loss to Strader with a crucial 1-11 bass catch in the final minutes, earning the $125,000 top prize. This win boosts Floyd's confidence and positions him well for upcoming events, including the Kubota Heavy Hitters all-star event and REDCREST 2027 championship. The tournament featured 51 top anglers competing for a $600,000 purse and valuable points toward future qualifications.