Canadian Cory Johnston stands second after first day of Bassmaster Classic

FORT WORTH, TEXAS — It was a solid start to the US$1-million Bassmaster Classic for Canadian Cory Johnston.
Johnston, of Cavan, Ont., was second after the opening day of pro bass fishing’s premier event Friday on Lake Ray Roberts. Johnston brought in a five-fish limit weighing 25 pounds nine ounces to stand one pound behind leader Trey McKinney of the U.S.
Jeff Gustafson, of Kenora, Ont., was 26th in the 56-angler field, his five-fish limit weighing 14 pounds 11 ounces. In 2023, Gust