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What an amazing weekend for pigeon racing! While the sun was high in the sky, history was truly being made in Baarn. Anyone who thought the competition in Afdeling 6 was calling the shots clearly didn’t account for the absolute master craftsman, John Ruttenberg. With pure passion, a rock-solid system, and world-class birds, he showed everyone last weekend how to completely dominate a major competition. This is the story of a true top fancier who proves that our sport is pure athletic excellence.
The Gold of Pont Saint Maxence: 1st Against 5,086 Pigeons!
Let’s dive straight into the hard facts of the race from Pont Saint Maxence on Saturday, June 13, 2026. The conditions were absolutely perfect for a lightning-fast speed show. With clear blue skies, a moderate westerly wind, and the thermometer at a pleasant 24 degrees, the flight line looked beautiful. This was no heavy, grueling war of attrition, but a wonderfully smooth race where the real sprinters knew exactly how to make the most of the wind.
John Ruttenberg brought a select team to the start, and the result is one for the history books. Against a massive field of 5,086 pigeons from 359 participating fanciers, he claimed the ultimate grand prize.
His first nominated bird, the fantastic hen with ring number 4-8288216V, literally darted home with the precision of a Swiss watch. Flying at an incredible speed of 1500.141 meters per minute, this absolute class act covered the distance of 376.236 kilometers to be clocked at exactly 11:25:48 AM. A crystal-clear 1st Provincial victory against thousands of birds!
The dominance of the Ruttenberg Pigeons certainly didn’t stop there. Just look at this impressive series in the final standings:
The absolute 1st prize against 5,086 pigeons with the first nominated bird.
A rock-solid overall performance, with his birds claiming beautiful positions right at the top of the charts.
A fantastic series of early arrivals, proving that the entire racing team is in peak condition.
Winning such a prestigious race with your first nominated bird is the ultimate proof of true horsemanship. You know your colony inside out, you know exactly when they hit peak form, and the birds deliver precisely when it matters most. That is the pure class of a top-tier fancier.
A Foundation of Historic Success
Anyone who looks into the background of John Ruttenberg knows that this victory is anything but a fluke. The loft in Baarn has been guaranteeing top performances at the very highest level for decades. Whether you look at the legendary reports in De Spoor der Kampioenen, the honorable mentions in the NPOrgaan, or the absolute top rankings in national competitions, the name Ruttenberg constantly stands out.
With iconic achievements ranging from Ace Pigeon titles and national Teletekst mentions, John has built a strain of pigeons that commands respect everywhere. The foundation consists of proven performance birds that pass on their winning mentality generation after generation. The Ruttenberg Pigeons quite simply excel across the board.
The secret behind this success? A rock-solid strain build-up, a razor-sharp selection system, and above all, enjoying the sport to the fullest. The passion practically radiates from the loft in Baarn, and that translates directly into top-tier results.
Enjoying the Sport of Pigeon Racing
Races like this show exactly why pigeon racing is the most beautiful hobby in the world. It brings together excitement, camaraderie, and a deep admiration for the incredible navigation skills of these beautiful athletes. When you, as a fancier, see your favorite bird drop out of the sky like a rocket and realize she is the fastest out of more than five thousand pigeons, it gives you a rush that no other sport can match.
With this spectacular victory, John Ruttenberg has truly put Baarn on the map. It serves as a wonderful inspiration for everyone to see how genuine passion leads to this kind of success. A massive congratulations on this magnificent achievement, and we are already looking forward to the next great flights of the Ruttenberg Pigeons!
Jan de Wijs
The Pigeon Boss
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