The winners of the prestigious World Best Pigeon 2024 (WBP) have been announced! Once again, the Netherlands has proven to be a leading country in pigeon racing. Several Dutch fanciers secured podium finishes in various categories, a remarkable achievement! Here is an overview of the Dutch fanciers who reached the podium.
Speed
🏆 1st place - Eijerkamp-Paalman (NL) with 2022-8229093
🥉 3rd place - Gebr. Homma (NL) with 2022-8209291
The Speed category requires a combination of velocity, endurance, and consistency. Eijerkamp-Paalman’s victory demonstrates their expertise and dedication, while the Homma Brothers confirm their reputation as strong sprint competitors.
Middle Distance
🥈 2nd place - Henri Diks (NL) with 2022-8314459
In the Middle Distance category, Henri Diks proved himself as one of the best in races between 300 and 500 kilometers. His pigeon secured an impressive second place, a fantastic achievement!
Long Distance
🏆 1st place - Jan Nijboer (NL) with 2022-8493416
The long-distance category has traditionally been a Dutch stronghold, and Jan Nijboer confirmed this once again by taking 1st place! His pigeon demonstrated exceptional endurance and navigational skills, which are crucial in this discipline.
Youngster
🥈 2nd place - Comb. Tervoort Hasert (NL) with 2024-8340345
🥉 3rd place - H. Ulijn en Zn. (NL) with 2024-2435282
Dutch fanciers achieved success in the Youngster category as well! Comb. Tervoort Hasert secured a 2nd place, while H. Ulijn en Zn. claimed bronze. This highlights the Netherlands' ability to breed top-tier young pigeons.
Yearling
🥈 2nd place - A. Kat & Zn. (NL) with 2023-9218140
Dutch fanciers also excelled in the Yearling category. A. Kat & Zn. achieved an excellent 2nd place, proving that their young pigeons rank among the world’s best.
All Round
🥉 3rd place - Derksen - van de Keuken (NL) with 2022-8124638
In the highly versatile All Round category, Derksen - van de Keuken earned a well-deserved 3rd place. This demonstrates the quality and consistency of their pigeons.
Super Marathon
🥉 3rd place - H. Hoeks (NL) with 2021-4773819
In the Super Marathon category, where extreme distances and tough weather conditions play a role, H. Hoeks secured 3rd place. This is a phenomenal achievement and solidifies the Netherlands’ position in ultra-long-distance racing.
Conclusion From The Pigeon Boss
With nine Dutch fanciers on the podium at the World Best Pigeon 2024, the Netherlands once again proves to be one of the strongest pigeon racing nations in the world. From sprint to marathon races, Dutch fanciers excel in all disciplines. We congratulate all the winners on their fantastic performances!
Who will take home the trophies next year? The pigeon racing sport remains exciting, and we will continue to follow it with enthusiasm!
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Yours in Racing Pigeon passion
Jan de Wijs
The Real Pigeon Boss
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