PigeonBoss.com brings you a fresh, newsworthy update straight from the British pigeon racing scene. The Royal Pigeon Racing Association has announced the winners of the RPRA National Awards 2025, and once again these titles shine a bright light on excellence, consistency and the pure passion that drives our sport.

What truly stands out this year is the energy and dedication in the UK. The sport is buzzing with talent and ambition. And more than anything, the Youth is rising fast. The Youth has the future, and these results prove it loudly.

Adult Short Distance

Where sharpness and pure speed make the difference. The 2025 top three show nothing but quality.

Crehan & O’Connor with ring BE24 4184305
Ian Graham with ring GB23V03881
A Crallan with ring GB24V51067

A strong reminder that the British sprint scene remains packed with explosive talent.

Adult Middle Distance

A discipline that demands both speed and endurance. True quality shines here.

Jamie Langrish with ring GB21V71549
Crehan & O’Connor with ring BE24 4184322
K Griffiths with ring GB23V71775

Once again, middle distance proves to be a battleground where specialists dominate through smart loft management and iron discipline.

My Boss Tip: clear out the cupboard and switch to Berger Products Today

Adult Long Distance

Where legends are made and champions rise above the rest.

Mark Gilbert with ring GB23B08167
Mark Gilbert with ring GB22N77524
J&L Mason with ring GB23N12475

Mark Gilbert once again stamps his authority, securing two podium places. A long-distance master at the top of his game.

Best All Round Old Bird

Mark Gilbert with ring GB23N12492
G Vincent with ring GB23V58509
Mr & Mrs Wilson with ring GB22V90681

All round performance is the ultimate measure of class. Gilbert shines again through versatility and remarkable consistency.

Best All Round Young Bird

Here we see the bright spark that drives the future of our sport.

Stanley Mason with ring GB25A06786
Mr & Mrs Lynch with ring GB25V28232
O Balko with ring GB25V66840

Young talent is gold in pigeon racing. These names could well become tomorrow’s national champions.

Young Fancier Awards

A highlight every season. Here beats the heart of the sport.

Ethan Nightingale with ring GB24V65485
Thomas Walker with ring GB24B21575
Lily O’Connor with ring GB23V04836

Children who grow up with pigeons are building tradition, sportsmanship and passion. The Youth has the future. Let’s keep supporting them every step of the way.

School Champions

Beech Grove School in Kent
Alsop High School in Liverpool
Sandiacre Boys School

Schools that race pigeons deserve huge admiration. They are laying the foundation for the next generation of fanciers. This is where the future takes shape.

What We Learn From These Results

The RPRA Awards show the strength of diversity in the sport. Speed. In-depth racing. Endurance. All round class. And above all a wave of young talent stepping forward with confidence. This is exactly what pigeon racing needs. Inspiration. Progress. And new lifeblood to carry the tradition forward.

At PigeonBoss.com we continue to follow and promote the sport internationally. Because by informing, inspiring and connecting, we keep pigeon racing vibrant and future-proof.

Jan de Wijs
The Pigeon Boss