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Day Two of the Drennan Final gets underway.
The second day of the Drennan Knockout Cup final has got underway, on the Day Ticket Lake, at the picturesque Docklow Pools in Herefordshire.

Yesterday, Milton Keynes rod Michael Buchwalder established a significant lead over his rival, Lee Kerry – weighing in with 141-1-0 to Lee's 75-14-0.

This means that to win, Lee will have to catch 65lb 3oz more than Michael on today's match.

Despite being so far behind Michael, Lee hadn't given up hope, and was said to be pleased to have drawn the island swim – that has accounted for some dramatic comebacks in years gone by. He said: "Being so far behind Michael, I am pleased to be on what is commonly regarded as the stronger of the two pegs when it comes to catching carp. I also have an inviting-looking margin, which could well be good for a few fish later on in the day. That said, I am only too aware that I will need a minor miracle to beat Michael by enough of a margin to take overall victory."

Michael was happy with his draw, but even considering his substantial lead, he refused to become complacent: "The fact that Lee caught early yesterday while I struggled, forced me to fish for carp earlier, which ultimately led to me amassing such a big weight.

We Lee behind today, I am forcing his hand in a simiar fashion – so anything is possible."

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