Jacob and Zach Nemeth win Mercury National Walleye Tournament with 28 pounds
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 9:31 AM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Jacob and Zach Nemeth won the 48th annual Mercury National Walleye Tournament on June 19, 2026, with a total catch of ten walleyes weighing 28 pounds, 14 ounces. Held on Lake Winnebago, the tournament attracted over 500 competitors vying for a significant prize package, including a fishing boat and cash. The event is part of the Walleye Weekend festival, which has an economic impact for local nonprofits and businesses, contributing over $1.2 million since 2020. Mercury Marine sponsors the tournament and emphasizes its role in supporting the community through various events.
- •Jacob and Zach Nemeth caught 10 walleyes totaling 28 pounds, 14 ounces.
- •The tournament is part of a three-day festival in Fond du Lac.
- •Mercury Marine has sponsored the event since its inception in 1978.
- •The tournament supports local nonprofits, contributing over $1.2 million since 2020.
- •More than 500 anglers participated in the competition.
- 9:31 AMYahoo Sports — Mercury National Walleye Tournament winners haul in 28 pounds
"Jacob and Zach Nemeth won the Mercury National Walleye Tournament with 10 walleyes weighing 28 pounds, 14 ounces.
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