2012 Bassmaster Classic Champion Chris Lane. Photo by Seigo Saito, courtesy of B.A.S.S.Only one angler has earned qualification into the 2013 Bassmaster Classic -- and he's done it twice already. Chris Lane of Guntersville, Alabama first locked up next year's Classic spot in January when he won the season-opening B.A.S.S. Southern Open on the Harris Chain, but yesterday he secured the position of reigning Bassmaster Classic champion in next year's event. Lane's three-day Red River catch of 51 pounds 6 ounces put him more than 3 pounds ahead of second place finisher Greg Vinson and made him the new champion.
Lane, who bowed beside the trophy and prayed and pointed to God before lifting overhead in the traditional manner, was first greeted first with a big hug from his brother and fellow Classic competitor, Bobby. Soon after, his wife and children joined him onstage and the stepped into his boat for the traditional "Victory Lap."
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