From OutKick · Amber Harding · · 50s
Fat Bear Week Bracket Set
Alaska's 16 brown bears compete in Fat Bear Week tournament for the chonkiest champ.
In brief
Alaska's 16 brown bears compete in Fat Bear Week tournament for the chonkiest champ. Bear 32 (Chunk) defends title against Bear 164 (Bucky) in Fat Bear Week tournament. Originally reported by OutKick.
Fat Bear Week Bracket
Alaska's Katmai National Park and Preserve hosts 16 brown bears competing for the chonkiest champ this year.
Defending Champ: Chunk
Bear 32 (Chunk) won last year's competition despite a broken jaw in June 2025.
Heavyweight Showdown
Bear 164 (Bucky) challenges Chunk in a river showdown for the prime salmon fishing spot.
Rising Star: Walker
Bear 151 (Walker) faces younger bears in a veteran-versus-youngster matchup.
Cinderella Story
Bear 610 raises first known litter of cubs after surviving a significant healing wound.
Tournament Schedule
Opening round Sept 22, 23, quarterfinals Sept 24, 25, Final Fat Four Sept 28, championship Sept 29.
What matters most
Bear 32 (Chunk) defends title against Bear 164 (Bucky) in Fat Bear Week tournament.
