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World Record Woman: Jacqueline Horvath Lands 90lb+ Mirror Carp at Euro Aqua
Carp Social | Feature Date: 13th November 2019
Updated: 29th May 2026
World Record Female Carp from Euro Aqua, Hungary
Austrian angler Jacqueline Horvath has made carp fishing history after landing a massive 41kg (90.2lb) mirror carp, setting a new world record for the largest carp ever caught by a female angler.
The incredible capture took place at the legendary Euro Aqua fishery in Hungary, one of the most famous big carp lakes in Europe and a venue widely regarded as one of the ultimate destinations for anglers targeting true monster carp.
Already known for producing record-breaking fish, Euro Aqua once again delivered a moment that will be remembered across the international carp fishing scene.
At the time of the capture, the lake was already home to the current world record carp, a fish weighing 51.87kg (114lb 6oz), further reinforcing its reputation as one of the most extreme big carp fisheries in the world.
Fishing during a live Facebook stream, Jacqueline was using Aqua Diamond boilies as hookbait, a popular choice on heavily pressured European carp waters where presentation and confidence are key.
The session quickly escalated from successful to historic.
Alongside the record mirror carp, Jacqueline also landed three additional carp over 30kg (66lb+), making it a truly exceptional session even by Euro Aqua standards.
When the record fish was finally landed, she simply described the moment as:
“Over the moon.”
A fitting reaction to a career-defining capture.
Euro Aqua: One of Europe’s Premier Big Carp Fisheries
Euro Aqua in Hungary continues to stand at the top level of global carp fishing destinations, attracting anglers from across the UK and Europe in search of giant carp and potential world records.
With a heavily managed stock of exceptionally large fish, the lake regularly produces carp well beyond the 70lb, 80lb and 90lb marks, with multiple fish exceeding the 100lb barrier.
It remains one of the few venues in the world where anglers can realistically encounter multiple true giants within a single session — making it a cornerstone of modern European carp fishing holidays.
The Future of World Record Carp Fishing
At the time of Jacqueline’s capture, the lake record already stood at 114lb 6oz, pushing the limits of what many anglers believed possible in freshwater carp fishing.
The capture raises a question that continues to define Euro Aqua’s reputation:
Just how big can carp grow in modern managed European fisheries?
With ongoing growth and careful fishery management, it seems likely that Euro Aqua will continue to produce headline-making captures for years to come.
Women in Angling: The Growing Impact of Female Anglers in World Record Carp Fishing
At Carp Social, we’re proud to highlight and support the growing role of women in angling within modern carp fishing. Across the UK and Europe, more female anglers are stepping onto the banks of famous waters, breaking records, and making their mark in a sport that continues to evolve and diversify.
From local syndicates in the UK to world-renowned European carp fisheries like Euro Aqua, the rise of women in angling reflects a broader shift in the carp fishing community — one that is increasingly inclusive, diverse, and united by a shared passion for the sport.
The Carp Social community celebrates every angler’s journey, regardless of background, experience, or gender. As carp fishing continues to grow across Europe, we remain committed to sharing stories that showcase achievement, progression, and the connection that brings anglers together on the bank.
Compiled by Carp Social | Originally Published: November 2019 | Updated May 2026
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