The international Marseille race holds a unique position in the ZLU calendar. As the most easterly release point, it presents a challenging course where the Rhône Valley is often the most favorable flight path. This makes the race particularly tough and often advantageous for the eastern part of the Netherlands, especially the province of Limburg. In 2018, Hans and Roy de Bresser from Berg en Terblijt made history by winning both the national and international competition with their pigeon ‘Franciscus’. A victory that deserves a special place in the annals of pigeon racing.

In the world of pigeon racing, the name Harold Zwiers is synonymous with excellence in marathon races. From his loft in Den Ham, he has repeatedly proven himself as one of the very best. His unique combination of passion, knowledge, and strategy has not only resulted in numerous victories but also in an impressive line of top pigeons admired worldwide.

The highly contagious avian influenza (bird flu) has now reached Belgian Limburg, following multiple cases in the province of Liège. The Natuurhulpcentrum Oudsbergen has confirmed the first case in Limburg after collecting an infected goose in Kinrooi. Meanwhile, reports of sick and dead birds are surfacing across the region, raising concerns about further spread.

In the world of marathon pigeon racing, few names shine as brightly as Golden Barcelona (6130188-13). This exceptional long-distance racing hen secured her place in history by dominating the 2015 Barcelona International Race, one of the most prestigious pigeon races in the world. As a Golden Wing Winner, Silver Euro Diamond Winner, and Golden E.D.P. Barcelona Champion, she is the embodiment of endurance, intelligence, and sheer willpower.

The world of one loft racing is evolving rapidly, and the smartest organizers understand that visibility and promotion are the keys to success. Real Caserta One Loft Race, a prestigious pigeon race in Italy, has seized this opportunity and joined the fast-growing platform PigeonBoss.com. By doing so, their race is now exposed to a global audience of over 47,000 fans and followers of Jan de Wijs, also known as ‘The Real Pigeon Boss’.

Rex de Leeuw, a name that has recently become a talking point among pigeon enthusiasts, has achieved an impressive national victory from Dax! When Made is mentioned, people often think of legends like Cor de Heijde, but today it’s Rex de Leeuw who takes the spotlight. With his remarkable hen 'Georgina,' he made history at 10:27 PM, when she landed on the perch after an impressive flight, with a phenomenal speed of 1079.92 meters per minute.