The Race: tension from the very start
On Sunday, August 17, 2025, the skies over Marche opened for another decisive race in Afdeling 10. At 10:30 AM, no fewer than 6,679 pigeons from 343 fanciers were released. With a strong northwest wind and a distance of 274 kilometers to Staphorst, this was no easy sprint – conditions demanded preparation, timing, and pigeons in peak condition.
At 14:15:36, the winning bird of Bert Bloemert from Staphorst touched down, clocking an impressive 1217.696 meters per minute. With that, Bert claimed 1st prize against 6,679 pigeons and once again underlined his class.
The Power of Bert Bloemert – winning with system and style
Bert Bloemert is no stranger to the pigeon sport, and this victory once again proves that success is no coincidence. Entering 30 pigeons, he managed to score with 19 prizes, an outstanding 63.3% prize percentage.
This demonstrates the strength of his entire loft – not just one outstanding pigeon, but a whole team performing at the highest level.
Alongside his 1st place, Bert also clocked early arrivals on 48th and 97th positions in the sectional result. These top arrivals confirm the depth of quality in his loft. Even more telling: in the Grootmeester ranking Afdeling 10 (F33), Bert proudly holds 1st place, with 30/19 prizes and 508.297 points. Proof of consistency and mastery.
The Pigeon Boss verdict: this is no lucky break – it’s the result of vision, discipline, and pure passion.
The Winning Pigeon – NL.25-4747830
The star of this race is the young checkered cock NL25-4747830 from the loft of Bert Bloemert. With a speed of 1217.696 m/min, he not only secured 1st prize against 12,035 pigeons from Marche but also proved himself as one of the very best in Afdeling 10. And this wasn’t his first display of quality: earlier this season he already showed consistency with strong results such as 287th Gennep (15,052 b.), 28th Kerkrade (1,737 b.), and 1155th Weert (3,930 b.). Performances that underline his class, reliability, and potential.
Pedigree of world-class bloodlines
What makes this victory even more impressive is the pedigree of NL25-4747830.
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Father – NL24-8086122 “Hessel de Kleine”: bred from the lines of Hessel de Kleine x Wiegert de Bruin, carrying names like New Future, Olympic Solange, and Floki from G. & S. Verkerk and Kl. de Jong. A proven cocktail of speed and class, with top results from Chimay to Chalons and from Loon to Tongeren.
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Mother – NL23-9006817 (J. Doldersum & Zn.): direct from the golden breeding lines of Mister Triple, an NPO ace who produced multiple ace pigeons. Further down the pedigree appear legendary names such as Porthos Queen 253, Porthos, and the world-famous breeding pair Super Bom x Double Queen of P. & J. Roziers.
A pigeon destined for the future
The blend of these bloodlines makes NL25-4747830 a truly exceptional pigeon. Speed, stamina, and winning DNA come together in this young champion. His victory from Marche is more than just a triumph of the moment – it is a signal of greater things to come. On the racing team he has already written history, and on the breeding loft he could well become a cornerstone for the future of Bert Bloemert’s colony.
Top 10 – Staphorst dominance on full display
The result showed one thing crystal clear: Staphorst was unstoppable on this day.
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Bert Bloemert – Staphorst (1st, 1217.696 m/min)
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Peter Dunnink – Staphorst (1212.341 m/min)
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Team Heide – Staphorst (1212.265 m/min)
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Marcel Brand – Staphorst (1210.158 m/min)
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Marcel Brand – Staphorst (1210.069 m/min)
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Ies Vegter – Meppel (1207.792 m/min)
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Klaas Talen – Meppel (1206.304 m/min)
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Roelof Boven – Meppel (1201.438 m/min)
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Rudi Kleine – Ruinen (1180.957 m/min)
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H. Hazelhorst – Diffelen (1179.950 m/min)
With four fanciers from Staphorst in the top 5, the message was loud and clear: the region delivered a performance of sheer dominance.
Analysis – why this win stands out
What makes Bert Bloemert’s victory so special?
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High prize percentage (63.3%) → proves the overall strength of the loft
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Multiple early arrivals → depth and consistency in performance
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Leader in the Grootmeester ranking → not a one-time result, but sustained excellence throughout the season
This is how you don’t just win a race, but also earn the respect of fellow fanciers.
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Respect for the sport
What Bert Bloemert achieved at Marche is more than a personal triumph – it’s a showcase of what makes pigeon racing so unique. Dedication, preparation, and strategy meet in that one magical moment when the clock ticks. Victories like this are not just highlights for the winner, but also a celebration of the beauty and tradition of pigeon sport.
Until the next blog,
Jan de Wijs
The Pigeon Boss
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