Michael Jordan's Catch 23 Rises to Second Place White Marlin Open

Day 6 of the 2025 White Marlin Open in Ocean City, Maryland, featured a highlight catch by NBA legend Michael Jordan's boat, Catch 23, which landed a 71-pound white marlin currently in second place on the leaderboard. The tournament leader in the White Marlin category is Dan Gough with a 72-pound catch aboard the Billfisher. The event experienced a slow couple of days due to challenging weather, but Day 6 brought renewed excitement as more boats arrived at the scales, including a qualifying white marlin from Catch 23 and other notable catches like a 50.5-pound yellowfin tuna. Michael Jordan was actively involved in the festivities, engaging with fans and tournament directors, creating a memorable atmosphere at Harbour Island Marina. The tournament continues with anticipation as anglers aim for big prizes during the weekend's final days. Meanwhile, other fishing tournaments, such as the inaugural Flounder Royale, also took place nearby, highlighting the region's vibrant fishing community.