What happened on July 25th, 2025, will go down in the history books of Dutch pigeon racing. On the tough national race from Bergerac (NPO), Jurrian van Amerongen from Bunnik delivered an absolute masterclass. Not only did he win 1st National Sector 3 against 5,608 pigeons, he also recorded the fastest time of all 21,025 pigeons across all four sectors in the Netherlands.
That’s right. Jurrian didn’t just win—he obliterated the field.
Against 2,213 motivated fanciers and over 21,000 birds, he was the undisputed number one.
Race Conditions – National Bergerac 2025
- Release: Friday, July 25 at 13:30
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Location: Bergerac, France
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Distance to Bunnik: 873.193 km
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Weather: Clear skies ☀️, 24°C, light southwest wind
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Participants (Sector 3): 673
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Birds in Sector 3: 5,608
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Total nationwide: 21,025 birds, 2,213 fanciers
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Winning speed: 1,286.535 m/min
NL.22-8312994V – The Queen of Bergerac 👑
The star of this national spectacle was NL22-8312994V, a top hen that made the 873 km journey look easy. Clocked at 07:58:43, she claimed 1st National Sector 3 with a blazing speed of 1,286.535 meters per minute.
But that wasn’t all. Her performance also topped the entire national field—fastest of all 21,025 pigeons released across the Netherlands. This is the kind of bird every fancier dreams about. A hen with heart, power, and flawless navigation. 💥
A pedigree built for victory – the bloodlines of NL22-8312994V 💎
The winner of National Bergerac 2025, NL22-8312994V, is no random flyer. This hen is bred for the big stage, descending from a golden mix of proven marathon champions. On her father's side, she goes back to “Brother 26 Mont de Marsan” from Jay Lissenberg, a line stacked with top-10 national results, including 3x top 25 National and 22nd Ace Pigeon ZLU.
And here’s the real kicker…
👉 She shares the exact same father as “Laura Pau”, the 1st National ZLU Pau 2018 winner! That’s right—two different hens, two National wins, one father. Wow. Bam.💥
On the dam’s side, NL22-8312994V carries the blood of Richard Kuijer’s elite breeding lines, crossed with “September Girl” (1st Nat Rieux-Minervois) and the iconic “Marseille Queen” (16th & 17th National Marseille).
This is a powerhouse of proven genes, refined through top-tier partnerships and anchored in Van Amerongen’s own rock-solid breeding vision. Her Bergerac win wasn’t just stunning—it was written in her DNA. 🧬🔥
Out-of-this-World Team Result: 35 Prizes from 49 Entrants 🎯
This wasn't just about one bird. Jurrian sent 49 pigeons and clocked an insane 35 prize winners. That’s a 71.4% prize rate—on a national marathon race. Here's a taste of his result:
Top Positions:
1, 9, 93, 113, 133, 181, 210, 211, 218, 243, 278, 285, 334, 373, 544, 608, 660, 722, 795, 813, 818, 929, 938, 944, 1012, 1187, 1215, 1243, 1256, 1287, 1362, 1379, 1473, 1557, 1577.
This wasn’t dominance—this was total control. 😤
The Feeding & Supplement System Behind the Success 🧪
Jurrian’s feeding and care system is as dialed-in as his race performances:
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In the racing season: 50/50 Mariman Super M with Beyers Galaxy Breeding
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Before basketing: added Beyers Energy Mix
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Pre-season: 70% Super Diet with race mix, switching to full race mix on basketing day
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Young birds follow the same early-season feeding routine
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Supplements include TOVO, peanuts, and candy seed
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During molt: diet mix and pure barley for several weeks
Medical care:
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After every marathon: yellow pill from Travipharma
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Day before basketing: Orni pill from Van der Sluis and Super Anti-Slime
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Also added this season: Lugol, Forte Vita, and Seduchol (Travipharma)
This is professional-level care, perfectly balanced to keep the pigeons in peak condition. 🧬
Not at Home – Still on Top 💪
Here’s the most incredible part: Jurrian’s pigeons are not even at his home. He combines this elite performance with a physically demanding full-time job, a young family, and still dominates at the national level. That’s what sets champions apart.
Jurrian also benefits from a powerful partnership with Richard Kuijer and Jay Lissenberg. These three fanciers work together in breeding, care, and strategy—lifting each other's lofts to the highest level. True synergy in action. 🤝
Laura Pau – Jurrian’s First National Bombshell🏅
Jurrian’s breakthrough on the international stage came in 2018, when his phenomenal hen “Laura Pau” (NL16-1352421) stormed to victory in the 1st National ZLU Pau against 3,530 pigeons. A legendary win on one of the toughest classics, symbolizing everything long-distance racing is about: endurance, character, and perfect timing. This triumph didn’t just make headlines—it cemented Jurrian’s status as a true force in the international marathon game. “Laura Pau” brought more than just a result; she gave the Van Amerongen loft a huge boost in confidence and breeding value. It was the ignition of a winning streak that continues to echo through every top result—from Pau to Bergerac, and beyond.
September Girl – The Foundation of a Dynasty 🕊️
Jurrian’s international fame began with "September Girl" (NL16-1352480), the hen who won 1st National ZLU Rieux-Minervois 2020 against 3,356 pigeons.
She was the spark that ignited Jurrian’s breeding base and gave confidence to a system that’s now paying off at every level. Her legacy lives on in the lofts of Bunnik—her bloodline still flies, still wins, still dominates.
Jurrian’s Championships Say It All 🏅
His Bergerac win didn’t come out of nowhere. Jurrian has been a pillar of Dutch long-distance racing for years:
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🏆 1st Travipharma Ace Pigeon Criterium – Morning Liberation, Marathon Noord
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🥈 2nd Champion Morning Liberation – Marathon Noord
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🕊️ 1st Marseille 2021 with top hen "Lise"
Wherever the stakes are high—Jurrian is there. Competing. Winning. Setting the standard.
The Pigeon Boss Says… 🎙️
What Jurrian van Amerongen did on Bergerac 2025 is not just a victory—it’s a statement to the entire pigeon world.
He’s not a full-time fancier. He’s not working from home. He doesn’t have endless resources. What he does have is passion, vision, and consistency.
With 35 prizes out of 49 pigeons, a 1st National Sector 3, and fastest of all 21,025 pigeons in the Netherlands, Jurrian proved that with heart, knowledge, and dedication, anything is possible. 🚀👑
Jurrian, you're not just the winner of Bergerac.
You are the Champion of the Netherlands.
A true king of the skies. 🐦
Until the next blog,
Jan de Wijs
The Pigeon Boss
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