The Cheeca Lodge Presidential Sailfish Tournament is the grand finale of the Florida Keys Gold Cup Championship. As leg three and the closer of the series, it’s where season-long standings are settled and champions are crowned.
When & where
January 23 – 24, 2027 in Islamorada, FL, hosted from the storied Cheeca Lodge. This leg wraps the three-tournament Florida Keys Gold Cup, so every release counts toward the overall title.
Why it matters
As the Gold Cup closer, this event carries the highest stakes of the series for competitive sailfish crews. Owners and anglers watch the aggregate standings come down to the wire, and a strong showing here can flip the championship. The classic Islamorada setting and Cheeca’s hospitality make it a marquee stop on the Keys winter calendar.
Know before you go
- This is the series finale — track the Gold Cup standings going in to know what’s on the line.
- January in the Keys means prime sailfish action but variable winter fronts; watch the forecast.
- Lodging around Islamorada books up for tournament weekends, so reserve early.
- Confirm captains’ meeting and lines-in times with the organizer before you commit a crew.
Plan your visit
Details for this event are still coming together — check back soon for registration, schedule and captains’ meeting information.
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