In the passionate and fiercely competitive world of racing pigeons, champions aren’t born—they're bred, trained, and loved into greatness. And once in a while, a pigeon comes along who turns heads not only in her loft, but across the entire nation. Today, I’m beyond proud to introduce you to such a gem: BE22-4149604 "Lotte", the young hen who’s taking Belgian pigeon racing by storm.
B.22-4149604 "Lotte" – A Hen with Heart, Speed, and Consistency
When you talk about a dream pigeon, you’re talking about performance. And Lotte? She delivers. Her results show unmatched consistency across various distances and weather conditions. She's a true all-rounder, with a powerful record at both short and hard-fought middle distances.
Top achievements from her 2024 season include:
- Argenton (529 km)
21st / 8,343 old birds
60th / +20,000 old & yearlings combined - Poitiers (584 km)
77th / 9,015 old birds - Chateaudun (380 km)
1st / 497
18th / 2,020 - Toury (352 km)
9th / 1,131
- La Motte (413 km)
3rd / 432 - Clermont (217 km)
20th / 1,411
3rd / 194 - Arras (131 km)
9th / 623 - AND MORE...
These are not just strong results—they’re elite-level performances, and proof that Lotte isn’t just participating—she’s racing with purpose. In 2024, she was ranked among the 12 World Best Pigeon HF and secured two top-77 National finishes, firmly placing her in the spotlight of European pigeon racing.
The Passion Behind the Wings: Lannoo Maxim & Georg
Behind every great pigeon is a team that lives and breathes the sport. Lannoo Maxim & Georg, the proud owners and trainers of Lotte, are no exception. This Belgian family loft from West Flanders is built on three generations of pigeon racing passion.
Their journey began in childhood, sparked by a beloved pigeon named “Plop” from a children's film. That spark has now become a burning flame—one that powers a loft producing results at the highest level.
Their breeding program features world-class bloodlines thanks to collaborations with iconic names like Xavier & Raoul Verstraete, Julien & Dirk Dhanyns, Geert Vanrenterghem & Annick Goeteyn, Christiaan Lievens, Rudy Den Haese, and more recently Gino Clicque, Schoors-De Waele, Antoine De Graeve, and the Dejaeger family.
With such a foundation, it’s no surprise Lotte has risen to the top.
A Symbol for the Sport
What makes Lotte truly special isn’t just her wins—it’s what she represents. In a time of change and evolution in pigeon racing, she is a beacon of what’s still possible: a symbol of heritage, heart, and hard-earned success. For the new generation of fanciers, she’s proof that greatness can still be bred, trained, and achieved with passion.
Her father also boasts impressive genetics—finishing 40th National from Issoudun against 12,349 pigeons—cementing her strength from both sides of the pedigree.
A Name to Remember
As we look toward the future of the sport, it’s clear that BE22-4149604 "Lotte" is not just another pigeon—she’s a story in motion, flying her way into the history books.
Whether you're a seasoned fancier or new to the thrill of the race, pigeons like Lotte show us what’s possible when love for the sport meets elite breeding and top-tier dedication.
Let’s keep the sport alive, exciting, and growing—one champion at a time.
Yours In Racing Pigeon Passion,
Jan de Wijs
The Real Pigeon Boss
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