2001 6-Nations Championships -
Port Talbot Docks, Wales : 11/12 August
A last minute change of venue from the salt-water affected Willow Springs fishery to nearby Port Talbot Docks was enough of a problem, but high winds and rain made the fishing even more challenging on the 30ft deep docks.
After a close battle among the top teams on day 1, the water conditions changed on day 2 as the water level dropped and the French and Belgian teams adapted best. Skimmer bream made up almost all of the catches on day 1, but they switched off on day 2 and the French showed the way in catching rudd and roach close in at half-depth.
France ran out comfortable winners over Belgium with Wales showing well again after winning in 2000 taking the top 2 individuals in Andrew Murphy and Larry Salter. England suffered a second day collapse to end up 4th, Ireland beat Scotland into 6th.
Scotland suffered a disastrous start with 5 section 6ths on day 1. They recovered slightly on day 2 and Stephen McCaveny fished well for second in his section and 3rd individual place on day 2.
Pictures and further details to follow.
Overall Team result
| 1st | France | 26 pts |
| 2nd | Belgium | 32 pts |
| 3rd | Wales | 38 pts |
| 4th | England | 42 pts |
| 5th | Ireland | 51.5 pts |
| 6th | Scotland | 62.5 pts |
Top 4 Individuals
|
1st |
Andrew Murphy |
Wales |
27lb 1oz |
3 pts |
|
2nd |
Larry Salter |
Wales |
20lb 4oz |
3 pts |
|
3rd |
Christophe Guides |
France |
17lb 1oz |
3 pts |
|
4th |
Alain Dewimille |
France |
15lb 4oz |
3 pts |
Full Team Result
Full Individual Results
Peg by Peg Detailed Results
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