The Winner: An Unprecedented Debut
The first pigeon to complete the long journey arrived with an impressive speed of 1113 meters per minute at 21:26:01 in the lofts of Rene den Brok. This achievement is all the more remarkable given that it was Rene's very first participation in a marathon flight, after he decided last year to switch from program flights to the more challenging marathon flights.
Rene den Brok: A New Phenomenon in the World of Marathon Flights
Rene started with a loft full of yearlings, indicating that he has a brilliant future ahead in this sport. Winning a marathon flight on your first try is no small feat and suggests that Rene possesses a special combination of talent, dedication, and well-trained pigeons.
The Background of Rene den Brok
Previously, Rene flew together with Wim van Brakel, but the lack of pigeons at home began to gnaw at him. The love for the sport and the pleasure of seeing his own pigeons return home led him to decide to continue independently. With a loft of pigeons at home, Rene rediscovered the joy of the hobby, and as it turns out, with great success.
The Winning Pigeon: NL.23-4028261
The winning pigeon, ring number NL.23-4028261, is a hen that went into the basket with a 14-day-old chick. Two weeks earlier, she had already flown an early race at Chateauroux, which had shown her potential. This pigeon comes from none other than Wim van Brakel, and Rene expresses his gratitude to him for this valuable addition.
As a young pigeon, she initially did not stand out in terms of performance, which once again emphasizes the importance of patience and perseverance in marathon flights. That this hen now wins first prize in one of the most prestigious marathon flights shows that every pigeon can have its moment of glory.
Future Prospects
With this impressive victory, Rene den Brok has firmly established himself in the world of marathon flights. His strategy and care for the pigeons, combined with the experience and knowledge gained over the years, promise great things for the future. It is clear that this is just the beginning for Rene and his pigeons.
For homing pigeon enthusiasts worldwide, Rene den Brok's story is an inspiring example of how passion, dedication, and strategic thinking can lead to exceptional achievements. We look forward to his future successes and are confident that Rene will secure many more victories.
Rene's debut victory from Bordeaux marks a new era in marathon flights, not only for himself but also for the community of homing pigeon enthusiasts. His story reminds us that in this sport, patience and love for the pigeons are ultimately always rewarded. We wish Rene den Brok and his feathered champions much success in their future flights and look forward to many more inspiring stories.
Pigeon enthusiasts, keep an eye on this name - Rene den Brok is a rising star in the marathon flight firmament.
Until the next blog,
Jan de Wijs
Blogger & Racing Pigeon Expert
