PLUS! Granddmaster District 11 “Friesland”
Saturday, May 31st, 2025 – A date that the Frisian pigeon sport won’t forget anytime soon. On this day, during the mid-distance race from Hirson (France), 1,569 pigeons took flight at 08:00 AM, all heading toward Friesland. What followed was not just another race... it was a masterclass in pigeon racing by the powerhouse loft of Comb. Corbier from Sneek.
And make no mistake: they didn’t just win – they obliterated the competition.
🚀 The Winning Formula from Sneek: Experience, Bloodlines, and Sheer Class
Comb. Corbier – the father-and-son duo from Sneek – has for years been one of the most feared and respected names on the west side of Friesland. Their loft doesn’t just compete... they dominate. Whether it's Vitesse, Midfond, Young Birds or Day-Fond, their birds are always in the mix for top prizes.
And it’s no coincidence. Their team is built from elite bloodlines with proven genetics from Fokkinga, Elzinga, and Veenstra – carefully selected for raw speed and the stamina for longer middle distances.
On this Hirson race, their preparation, breeding, and strategy all came together perfectly.
🥇 Performance Breakdown – A Flying Masterpiece
Their winning pigeon (NL24-8035632) completed the 360.376 km course at a mind-blowing speed of 1,432.716 m/min – equivalent to 85.96 km/h! It was a textbook flight, clocked at 12:11:32 PM, and it set the tone for an unforgettable performance:
- 🥇 1st place overall
- 🕊️ 30 pigeons entered – 26 prizes!
- 🎯 86.7% prize percentage
- 🔥 11 pigeons in the Top 100
- 👑 Also Crowned Grandmaster #1 of Vlieggebied 1 with 588.473 points
And they weren’t done there. Comb. Corbier absolutely stormed the top of the result sheet, with additional results like:
9th, 21st, 30th, 32nd, 33rd, 34th, 50th, 63rd, 64th, 70th, 89th, 113th, 127th, 150th, 154th, 161st, 179th, 240th, 257th, 284th, 385th, 386th, 386th, 399th, and 470th.
A display of depth and consistency that few lofts in the Netherlands – or Europe – can match.
🧬 Built on Proven Success
What makes this so impressive is that Comb. Corbier doesn't rely on luck or one-off performances. Year after year, they’ve built a reputation of excellence, winning top prizes in all disciplines. Their loft is designed for performance – and it shows.
With a strong focus on Vitesse, Midfond, and Day-Fond, they’ve consistently delivered jaw-dropping series and high prize percentages. Their current team of racers descends from lines that win again and again, and now the results are catching international attention.
Noteworthy Competitors in the Top 10
Even though Comb. Corbier stole the spotlight, several other top lofts made strong impressions:
- J.J. Hoogland (Midlum) – 2nd place, 14 prizes from 17 entries
- P. Pander (Wijckel) – 3rd, 4th, and 7th places with 22 prizes from 30
- F.J. Walda (Balk) – 5th place with a solid performance
- Gebr. Heeres & Zn. (Kimswerd) – consistent as ever with 15/30
- D. Buwalda, Comb. S. Zwart & Zn., and Scholten/Poelstra also had excellent showings
📊 Race Summary – Hirson
- Loft of the Day: Comb. Corbier (Sneek)
- 1st Place Winner: NL24-8035632
- Distance: 360.376 km
- Release Time: 08:00 AM
- Clocked At: 12:11:32 PM
- Speed: 1,432.716 m/min
- Total Birds: 1,569
- Entries by Winner: 30
- Prizes Won: 26
- Prize %: 86.7%
- #1 Grandmaster of the entire region!
🧡 The Pigeon Boss Verdict
"As I scanned the results this weekend, Comb. Corbier’s name kept popping up – again and again. Not just in the top 10… but all throughout the sheet. This wasn’t just a win, it was a statement. The Corbiers don’t just race pigeons. They craft performances that inspire and intimidate at the same time. Trust me: this is one of the most exciting lofts in the Netherlands right now – and their ceiling is nowhere in sight."
🕊️ Congratulations, Comb. Corbier – a legendary performance that sets the bar for 2025 and beyond!
Until the next blog,
Jan de Wijs
The Pigeon Boss
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