Isla Mujeres, Quintana Roo — The fishing vessel “Poseidon” from Puerto Aventuras claimed first place in the XXI International Fishing Tournament “Cosme Alberto Martínez Magaña” held in Isla Mujeres, taking home a cash prize of 360,000 pesos.
The tournament, which drew more than 80 boats and offered a total prize pool exceeding 900,000 pesos, was organized by the municipal government. Mayor Atenea Gómez Ricalde led the awards ceremony and highlighted the event’s role in strengthening Isla Mujeres’ nautical and sporting traditions while generating significant economic benefits for local service providers, businesses, and families.
Over two days of competition in the waters of the Mexican Caribbean, anglers from Mexico and abroad participated in a family-friendly atmosphere that also promoted tourism.
The top five finishers were:
- Poseidon — 9,105.65 points
- Poquito Más — 8,278.60 points
- Keen M I — 7,799.65 points
- Keen M II — 7,683.10 points
- Gannet — 6,652.60 points
Municipal officials said the tournament has become one of the most important sporting events in Isla Mujeres, attracting visitors and promoting tourism in the Mexican Caribbean. Beyond the competition, the event fostered camaraderie among families, enthusiasts, and professional fishermen, reaffirming sport fishing as a key part of the island’s identity.
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