PORT ANTONIO, Jamaica — The 62nd annual Port Antonio International Blue Marlin Tournament witnessed a commanding performance from team Safe Passage on its second day of competition. Fishing from the Ole Marina, the team successfully released five blue marlin into the ocean, significantly bolstering their standing in the prestigious tournament. This impressive feat brings their two-day cumulative total to eight released marlin, positioning them as the clear frontrunner for the championship title.
Angler Christopher Berry emerged as a standout individual performer, accounting for two of the day’s releases. His successful efforts elevated his personal tally to three marlin, securing his position as the tournament’s leading angler. The remaining three marlin were credited to the skilled efforts of his teammates Samuel Millington, Conrad Berry, and Isaiah Aleong, demonstrating the team’s collective proficiency.
With the conclusion of the second day, the tournament’s overall count stands at nine marlin successfully released back into their habitat, underscoring the event’s commitment to conservation alongside sport. The competition is now poised for a dramatic finale on Saturday. Fishing operations are scheduled to commence at 7:00 AM local time and conclude at 4:00 PM. The tournament will officially culminate with a prize-giving ceremony set for 7:00 PM.
Barring a significant shift in fortunes on the final day, Safe Passage appears to be on an unstoppable trajectory to claim the victor’s title in this historic 62nd edition of the tournament, cementing their legacy in one of the Caribbean’s most celebrated game fishing events.