{"id":134909,"date":"2026-06-05T00:15:14","date_gmt":"2026-06-04T22:15:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/?p=134909"},"modified":"2026-06-07T14:26:49","modified_gmt":"2026-06-07T12:26:49","slug":"world-record-carp-109lb-euro-aqua-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/en\/world-record-carp-109lb-euro-aqua-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"World record carp? Euro-Aqua reports 49.5 kg \/ 109 lb common carp"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group ca-quick-facts has-base-background-color has-background\" style=\"border-left-color:#2a5c1e;border-left-width:4px;margin-top:24px;margin-bottom:28px;padding-top:20px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:24px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-10387857 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"color:#2a5c1e;font-size:12px;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.5px;text-transform:uppercase\"><strong>\u26a1 Key facts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Capture:<\/strong> reported common carp with <strong>109 lb \/ around 49.5 kg<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Angler:<\/strong> Richard Ince from England<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Date:<\/strong> 13 May 2026 \u2013 new reported common-carp milestone from Euro-Aqua<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Venue:<\/strong> Euro-Aqua, Balatonederics\/Nemesvita, Hungary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Previous common-carp benchmark:<\/strong> David Knock, England \u2013 <strong>105.4 lb \/ 47.80 kg<\/strong>, May 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Classification:<\/strong> not an automatically recognised IGFA All-Tackle world record, but a heavily discussed record within the European carp scene<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Austrian connection:<\/strong> Roman Hanke from Austria made Euro-Aqua history in 2012 with a 100 lb+ mirror carp<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>109 lb. Around 49.5 kg. A common carp from Euro-Aqua in Hungary.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Euro-Aqua reports one of the most spectacular common-carp captures of recent years: Richard Ince from England caught a common carp on 13 May 2026 that is being discussed across the international carp scene as a new milestone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The important point is the clean classification: this capture is not an automatically recognised IGFA All-Tackle world record. For carp anglers across Europe it is still exceptional \u2014 because common carp of this weight class are extremely rare and Euro-Aqua has been one of Europe\u2019s best-known big-carp venues for years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What makes this fish so special? Why are common carp and mirror carp often discussed separately in record debates? And what does a carp of almost 50 kg mean for modern big-fish tackle, safe rigs and proper fish handling?<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-8d5ba553\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"810\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Richard Ince with a 109 lb common carp from Euro-Aqua in Hungary \u2013 reported common-carp record 2026\" class=\"wp-image-131762 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/weltrekord-schuppenkarpfen-109lb-euro-aqua-balatonederics-2026-1080x810.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/weltrekord-schuppenkarpfen-109lb-euro-aqua-balatonederics-2026-1080x810.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/weltrekord-schuppenkarpfen-109lb-euro-aqua-balatonederics-2026-360x270.jpg 360w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/weltrekord-schuppenkarpfen-109lb-euro-aqua-balatonederics-2026-155x116.jpg 155w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/weltrekord-schuppenkarpfen-109lb-euro-aqua-balatonederics-2026-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/weltrekord-schuppenkarpfen-109lb-euro-aqua-balatonederics-2026-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/weltrekord-schuppenkarpfen-109lb-euro-aqua-balatonederics-2026.jpg 1200w\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Richard Ince<\/strong> with the reported 109 lb common carp from Euro-Aqua in Hungary \u2013 one of Europe\u2019s most spectacular common-carp captures of 2026.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The capture in the official video<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Euro-Aqua shows the common carp directly in the video. The clip makes the sheer mass of the fish visible and documents the capture at the venue where it was reported: Euro-Aqua in Hungary.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-862a5048\">\n\n<div class=\"ca-facebook-video-embed\">\n  <iframe loading=\"lazy\" \n    src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/video.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Freel%2F2195973064504123%2F&#038;show_text=false&#038;width=500\"\n    width=\"500\"\n    height=\"890\"\n    style=\"border:none;overflow:hidden;max-width:100%;\"\n    scrolling=\"no\"\n    frameborder=\"0\"\n    allowfullscreen=\"true\"\n    allow=\"autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture; web-share\">\n  <\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">109 lb \/ 49.5 kg \u2013 why this common carp is so special<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In carp fishing, <strong>common carp<\/strong> and <strong>mirror carp<\/strong> are often treated separately in record discussions. Biologically, both belong to the species <em>Cyprinus carpio<\/em>, but they differ in scale pattern, breeding history and the way many international record lists discuss them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The newly reported fish is so significant because it pushes the common-carp mark clearly beyond the previous 47.80 kg capture. That previous benchmark was attributed to David Knock from England, who caught a common carp of 105.4 lb \/ 47.80 kg at Euro-Aqua in May 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the same time, the wording needs to stay accurate: this is a <strong>reported record, or an unofficial record within the carp scene<\/strong>. For carp anglers in Europe, the capture remains highly relevant. A common carp just below the 50 kg mark shows what modern big-carp venues, consistent fishery management and professional handling can achieve today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Record timeline: Euro-Aqua has been making carp history since 2012<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The reported 49.5 kg common carp is not a random one-off from an unknown lake. Euro-Aqua has been linked with extremely heavy carp for years. Important: not every historic report involved a common carp. Some of the biggest fish were mirror carp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table ca-record-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Year<\/th><th>Angler<\/th><th>Country<\/th><th>Weight<\/th><th>Classification<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>2012<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Roman Hanke<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Austria<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>approx. 45.93 kg \/ 101\u00bc lb<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Historic 100 lb+ capture at Euro-Aqua. Important: mirror carp, not common carp.<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2015<\/td><td>Tom\u00e1\u0161 Krist<\/td><td>Czech Republic<\/td><td>approx. 48.00 kg \/ 105 lb 13 oz<\/td><td>Another extreme Euro-Aqua record fish.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>2017<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Marco \/ Marc Eichner-Weisner<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Austria<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>49 kg \/ approx. 108 lb<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>A heavily discussed Euro-Aqua world-record fish at the time.<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2018<\/td><td>Michel Schoenmakers<\/td><td>Netherlands<\/td><td>51.20 kg \/ over 112 lb<\/td><td>Overall milestone: the first carp over 50 kg from Euro-Aqua.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Sept. 2024<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Kacper St\u0119pie\u0144<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Poland<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>approx. 47.4 kg \/ 104.5 lb<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Large common carp from Euro-Aqua, discussed in the scene as a common-carp record candidate.<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>May 2025<\/td><td>David Knock<\/td><td>England<\/td><td>105.4 lb \/ 47.80 kg<\/td><td>Previous heavily discussed common-carp benchmark.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>13 May 2026<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Richard Ince<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>England<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>109 lb \/ around 49.5 kg<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>New reported common-carp milestone from Euro-Aqua.<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For Austria, this story is especially interesting: Roman Hanke from Austria was already part of Euro-Aqua\u2019s major record history back in 2012. There is also the geographical connection: the venue is located in western Hungary and is much closer to Austria than many well-known big-fish destinations in France or England.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-1d89b670\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Close-up of the 109 lb common carp from Euro-Aqua in Hungary \u2013 massive common carp with golden scales\" class=\"wp-image-134887 lazyload\" style=\"width:1200px;height:auto\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/109-lb-Common-Carp-Euro-Aqua-Rekord.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/109-lb-Common-Carp-Euro-Aqua-Rekord.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/109-lb-Common-Carp-Euro-Aqua-Rekord-360x270.jpg 360w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/109-lb-Common-Carp-Euro-Aqua-Rekord-155x116.jpg 155w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/109-lb-Common-Carp-Euro-Aqua-Rekord-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/109-lb-Common-Carp-Euro-Aqua-Rekord-800x600.jpg 800w\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Broad shoulders, golden scales, extreme mass \u2013 the reported 109 lb common carp from Euro-Aqua. \u00a9 Euro-Aqua<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Euro-Aqua?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Euro-Aqua is located in Hungary, in the Balatonederics\/Nemesvita area near Lake Balaton. In the international carp scene, the venue is regarded as one of Europe\u2019s best-known big-carp waters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Euro-Aqua is not a normal club water and not a freely accessible public lake. It is a strictly managed big-fish venue with clear rules, its own bait concept, fish-care requirements and bailiff support for very large carp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That combination of stock, management, feeding, fish protection and controlled access is what makes the venue so well known for record reports. For journalistic classification, however, one point matters: a private big-fish venue is evaluated differently from a freely accessible natural water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why are so many record carp caught at Euro-Aqua?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Consistent fishery management<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With carp of this size, luck is not the only factor. Stock, feeding, protection, handling and a system that keeps big fish in the venue for many years all matter. Euro-Aqua is built around exactly that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Big-carp genetics and body shape<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many well-known Euro-Aqua fish show a massive body shape: broad shoulders, a high back line, large flanks and huge energy reserves. This body shape is crucial in extremely heavy carp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Strict rules for tackle and fish care<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With fish beyond 40 kg, standard gear is not enough. Venues like this need clear rules for main line, hooks, lead systems, rigs, landing nets, unhooking mats, weigh slings and how fish are handled in the water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fishing Euro-Aqua \u2013 what matters on big-fish venues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anyone fishing a venue with carp in this weight class cannot simply fish \u201cany old way\u201d. Every mistake with the rig, line, hook or handling can have serious consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Main line:<\/strong> strong, abrasion-resistant monofilament instead of overly thin distance lines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Hooks:<\/strong> strong, sharp hooks with secure hook holds and the most fish-friendly shape possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Lead system:<\/strong> safe systems where the fish is not left trailing a fixed lead if something goes wrong.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rig:<\/strong> cleanly tied, not too short, not too aggressive and matched to the lakebed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Landing net:<\/strong> a large carp landing net with strong arms and a deep enough mesh.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unhooking mat and weigh sling:<\/strong> large enough for fish over 30, 40 or even 50 kg.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Handling:<\/strong> keep the fish out of the water for as little time as possible, work prepared and get help with very large fish.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-c13f9a98\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"810\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"Euro-Aqua lake in Balatonederics\/Nemesvita, Hungary from above \u2013 venue of the reported 109 lb common carp in 2026\" class=\"wp-image-131769 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/euro-aqua-see-balatonederics-ungarn-karpfenrekord-1080x810.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/euro-aqua-see-balatonederics-ungarn-karpfenrekord-1080x810.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/euro-aqua-see-balatonederics-ungarn-karpfenrekord-360x270.jpg 360w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/euro-aqua-see-balatonederics-ungarn-karpfenrekord-155x116.jpg 155w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/euro-aqua-see-balatonederics-ungarn-karpfenrekord-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/euro-aqua-see-balatonederics-ungarn-karpfenrekord-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/euro-aqua-see-balatonederics-ungarn-karpfenrekord.jpg 1200w\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Euro-Aqua in Hungary \u2013 one of Europe\u2019s best-known big-carp venues and the setting of the reported 109 lb common carp in 2026.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What does this capture mean for carp anglers?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A common carp of almost 50 kg is not just a number. It shows how far modern carp fishing, fishery management and big-fish tackle have come. With fish like this, clean rigs, safe lead systems, strong hooks, reliable line, suitable rods and proper fish handling all matter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The capture also shows why big carp are not only about \u201cstrong gear\u201d. The complete setup matters: rod, reel, line, hooklink, hook, lead system, landing net, unhooking mat and weigh sling all need to work together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/en\/carp-bait\/\">carp bait<\/a> explains which baits make sense for big fish. Handling matters just as much at this level: suitable <a href=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/en\/carp-landing-net\/\">carp landing nets<\/a>, unhooking mats, slings and scales are not minor details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group ca-cta-box has-border-color has-hellgrau-bg-background-color has-background\" style=\"border-color:#e2e2e2;border-width:1px;border-radius:12px;margin-top:28px;margin-bottom:28px;padding-top:22px;padding-right:24px;padding-bottom:22px;padding-left:24px\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-209d6de9 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Compare big-fish tackle live instead of guessing online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>5 &amp; 6 December 2026 \u00b7 Arena Nova Wiener Neustadt<\/strong><br>At Carp Austria you can find rods, reels, lines, rigs, landing nets, mats, slings and bait for modern carp fishing \u2014 directly from brands, team anglers and product developers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button ca-ticket-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/en\/tickets\/\">Get Carp Austria tickets<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Carp Austria angle: from record fish to the right setup<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The question around a carp of almost 50 kg is not only: \u201cHow big was the fish?\u201d The better question is: <strong>What does my setup need to cope with if an exceptional fish really picks up the bait?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Which carp rod has enough backbone without becoming too brutal during the fight?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which reel works smoothly under pressure?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which line can handle pressure, snags, distance and long fights?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which hook pattern holds securely without causing unnecessary damage?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which lead systems are genuinely safe on big-fish venues?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Which unhooking mat, weigh sling and scales are suitable for very large carp?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Carp Austria you do not get these answers from an anonymous online shop, but directly from people who develop, test and use the products on the bank. That is what makes a fishing trade fair so valuable for carp anglers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the <a href=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/en\/exhibitors\/\">exhibitor list<\/a> you will find brands for rods, reels, lines, rigs, landing nets and big-fish equipment. More catch reports and record fish are available in the <a href=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/en\/fishing-magazine\/\">Carp Austria fishing magazine<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to classify the record capture<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The reported 109 lb common carp from Euro-Aqua is attracting major international attention. The venue reports the capture as a new common-carp record and continues its own record history in impressive fashion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The timing is especially remarkable: only in May 2025, a common carp of 105.4 lb \/ 47.80 kg was caught at Euro-Aqua. The new capture from 13 May 2026 raises the bar in the common-carp category once again.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-027693e7\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1080\" height=\"720\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"David Knock with a 105.4 lb common carp from Euro-Aqua in Hungary \u2013 previous common-carp milestone 2025\" class=\"wp-image-131770 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" data-src=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/david-knock-schuppenkarpfen-euro-aqua-1080x720.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/david-knock-schuppenkarpfen-euro-aqua-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/david-knock-schuppenkarpfen-euro-aqua-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/david-knock-schuppenkarpfen-euro-aqua-155x103.jpg 155w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/david-knock-schuppenkarpfen-euro-aqua-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/carp-austria.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/david-knock-schuppenkarpfen-euro-aqua.jpg 1200w\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">David Knock with a 105.4 lb common carp from Euro-Aqua in Hungary \u2013 the previous common-carp milestone before the reported 2026 capture.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because Euro-Aqua is a privately managed big-fish venue, the capture is mainly classified as a new milestone within the international carp scene. For carp anglers, the report remains exceptional: a common carp of this size shows what modern big-carp waters and consistent fishery management can achieve.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Around 49.5 kg \/ 109 lb: Euro-Aqua in Hungary reports one of Europe\u2019s most spectacular common carp captures. 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