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On Monday, June 9th, 2025, the stage was set for the national race from Valence — a true classic for the marathon specialists. At 06:30 sharp, 3,852 old birds were released under clear skies with a light northern wind. What followed was a grueling contest where preparation, experience, and bloodlines made the difference. And once again, they stood tall: Rans Jeroen & Stijn from Wijgmaal — the undisputed marathon masters — who crowned themselves National Winners of Valence 2025 with their phenomenal cock BE21-2073744 “Special Frans 744”!

In the sport of pigeon racing, everything revolves around timing, preparation, and above all: respect. Respect for our pigeons. Respect for the sport. And respect for the circumstances in which we ask our birds to perform.

Châteaudun 2025 will go down in the books! The fanciers Derksen & van de Keuken from Almelo once again proved why they are considered among the finest one-day long distance specialists in the Netherlands. In a tough mid-distance race from Châteaudun (607.5 km), with 3,586 pigeons competing from 394 fanciers, they achieved a sensational result: 1st, 2nd, 4th and 9th positions, plus 23 prizes from 39 entries, resulting in an outstanding 58.97% prize ratio.

On Sunday, June 8, 2025, the skies above Vivonne, France opened for a thrilling one-day long distance pigeon race. A total of 1,681 pigeons were released at 08:00 AM, facing a challenging course of 606 kilometers with a steady southwest wind.

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On Saturday, June 8th, 2025, the skies above Vivonne were crisp and clear. At exactly 08:00 AM, Section 2 Brabant 2000 released 1,699 pigeons for a demanding 670-kilometer race. And once again, one name towered above the rest:

Helmond – May 31, 2025. What a phenomenal performance by the dynamic duo Kimmenade-Verbakel in the CC Eindhoven race from Sens! Competing against 1,438 pigeons, they didn’t just win – they dominated. Their first signed pigeon, a lightning-fast hen, smashed the clock with the fastest speed in the entire competition zone!

Pure pigeon sport magic. What happened on Saturday, May 31st, 2025, was nothing short of epic. In the early morning, at 06:40, the pigeons were released from Pontoise (Cormeil) under clear skies. Over 22,000 winged warriors set their course toward the Netherlands — but only one pigeon tore through the skies and crossed the finish line first…

After weeks of turbulent weather and postponed races, the skies finally cleared on Friday, May 31st, 2025. The national Limoges race—moved up a day due to Saturday’s poor forecast—turned into a spectacular triumph for the powerhouse tandem Van Elsacker – Jepsen from Schilde.

On May 31st, 2025, the race from Melun Andrezel in Section 7 Region Z3 was more than just another flight. It was a spectacle. Against 1,450 pigeons, Team Hooymans NL from Wijk en Aalburg claimed 1st place with an outstanding performance and a top bird clocking an impressive 1,354 meters per minute.

In the world of racing pigeons, it seems that everything is up for debate lately. But sometimes… we cross the line. Just look at the current discussion about races that might be canceled or delayed due to expected weather conditions. Some fanciers now suggest we should move basketing days or change release locations last minute.

Saturday, May 31st, 2025 – a date that won’t be forgotten anytime soon in the Dutch pigeon racing scene. On this bright spring morning, no less than 9,799 pigeons were released at 08:00 AM in Hirson (France) for a challenging 388 km mid-distance flight to the north. With steady weather and a supportive tailwind, conditions were ideal for a fast race — but only one loft could take the crown.

Appingedam, May 31st, 2025 – When the pigeons were released at 8:00 AM from Hirson (France), nobody knew that the race would turn into a showcase of feminine excellence. But by 13:06:22, the message was loud and clear: Wendela Wiersema had done it again. Her leading pigeon rocketed home over 422 kilometers and beat all 1,849 rivals to claim the 1st prize in Afdeling 10 – Vlieggebied 2.

When pigeon racing becomes an art form, the names Ydo & Elco Homma stand tall among the Dutch elite. On the one-day long-distance race from Hirson (±355 km), flown on May 31, 2025, the brothers delivered a result so dominant it left the competition stunned.

On Saturday, May 24, 2025, the pigeons of Section 6 (Netherlands) were released at 7:00 AM from Fontenay sur Eure (France) for a mid-distance race of 508.591 km. With light southwest winds, partly cloudy skies, and a temperature of 12°C, the conditions were favorable — and the competition was fierce.

Fanciers across Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg can finally breathe a little easier. What once felt like a dark cloud hanging over our beloved sport is slowly lifting. Thanks to the relentless work of the Federal Judicial Police of Limburg and the KBDB, a well-organized international pigeon theft ring has been uncovered—and partially dismantled.

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.