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Today is the day. The start of the second international showdown of the season: AGEN 2025! Early this morning, no less than 26,796 pigeons were released from the South of France. A monumental field made up of birds from:

Saturday, June 21st, 2025. A date that deserves a special place in the annals of European pigeon racing. While thousands of fanciers were watching the skies in anticipation, something remarkable was unfolding in the city of ’s-Hertogenbosch. On two completely different races — one short distance and one day-long test of endurance — Team van Oss proved why they are no ordinary loft, but a rising powerhouse in Dutch pigeon racing.

The first international marathon of 2025 delivered fireworks. And no one shone brighter than Jan Grootoonk from Bant, who claimed 1st National Pau with his brilliant hen FLEUR — a petite powerhouse with pedigree, performance and purpose.

Once again, Richard van den Bos from Stad aan ’t Haringvliet makes headlines in Dutch pigeon racing. On June 21, 2025, during the demanding race from Lamotte-Beuvron (487 km) against 4,381 pigeons in Afdeling 5, his cock NL23-9287637 stormed home first with a velocity of 1302.411 m/min — claiming the 1st prize! What followed was a masterclass in team performance and consistency.

Every now and then, something happens in pigeon sport that stops you in your tracks. A moment that hits you right in the heart. Because someone finally dares to say out loud what so many fanciers have been whispering for years. This week, that moment came when I read the honest and passionate statement from Kris Cleirbaut.

Saturday, June 14, 2025 – A historic day in the world of marathon pigeon racing. From the iconic South French release point St. Vincent Tyrosse, 1,107 pigeons took flight in Afdeling 8, facing 1,135 kilometers of challenging terrain, warm temperatures, and a northwest breeze.

Once again, Gino Clicque of Wevelgem writes his name in the history books. On June 16th, 2025, his incredible pigeon BE.23-3010465, better known as “ Golden Medard”, claimed 1st National Cahors against a field of 5,226 old birds. Covering the 712-kilometer course at a speed of 1,144 meters per minute, this wasn’t just a race — it was a statement.

In the fast-paced world of modern pigeon racing, precision is everything. One thousandth of a second can be the difference between first and forgotten. That’s why I — the Pigeon Boss — fully endorse and personally recommend the most advanced, reliable, and fancier-friendly timing system on the planet: the Benzing M3.

On Saturday, June 14th, 2025, the Dutch pigeon sport witnessed yet another masterclass performance. In a challenging mid-distance race from Brienne La Vieille (358.857 km), released at 06:45 under warm and mildly overcast skies, it was Team vd Pasch that once again rose above the competition.

There are races. And then there’s St. Vincent — the Queen’s Race. A race that doesn’t just crown winners, but immortalizes legacies. On Sunday, June 15th, 2025, the Dutch pigeon sport witnessed a defining moment. Against 10,263 of the toughest marathon pigeons in the land, it was Comb. de Jong who soared above them all. With only four pigeons entered, he conquered the most prestigious race of the season with a brilliant hen bred in co-partnership with Mike Dijk.

The first morning liberation of the ZLU season is always something special... PAU – the classic among classics – marks the beginning of the long-distance season that many fanciers prepare for months in advance. In 2025, we’re ready once again, and with 11,906 pigeons entered, we’re set for another heroic challenge heading north!

On June 8th, 2025, 2,258 pigeons were released at 3:00 PM in Ruffec, France, for a challenging NPO long-distance race in Afdeling 11 (Friesland). Clear skies, warm conditions, and a light north wind set the stage for an overnight battle of stamina and orientation. And true to form, it was Jan Grootoonk from Bant who stole the spotlight again.

If there's one thing pigeon racing enthusiasts can unanimously agree on, it’s the critical importance of accuracy, reliability, and innovation in timing systems. Today, we're thrilled to announce an exclusive partnership between Pigeon Boss and Benzing, the world leader in electronic pigeon timing solutions. This collaboration is set to revolutionize the way pigeon racing enthusiasts experience their beloved sport.

Today in Belgium, the hot topic isn’t the weather, not a national win, not even a top auction. No… They’re arguing about water bowls. One or two per basket? As the Pigeon Boss, I watched this debate unfold and thought: Are we seriously debating something this obvious?

Middelburg, Netherlands – June 14, 2025 — Under a challenging headwind and over a distance of nearly 290 kilometers from Pointoise (Cormeil), only the best-prepared teams would rise to the top. And that’s exactly what Team Houmes A. & Zn. from Middelburg did — not just winning 1st prize, but also taking 2nd prize against 4,462 pigeons in Afdeling 1 Zeeland.

On Monday, June 9th, 2025, the stage was set for the national race from Valence — a true classic for the marathon specialists. At 06:30 sharp, 3,852 old birds were released under clear skies with a light northern wind. What followed was a grueling contest where preparation, experience, and bloodlines made the difference. And once again, they stood tall: Rans Jeroen & Stijn from Wijgmaal — the undisputed marathon masters — who crowned themselves National Winners of Valence 2025 with their phenomenal cock BE21-2073744 “Special Frans 744”!

In the sport of pigeon racing, everything revolves around timing, preparation, and above all: respect. Respect for our pigeons. Respect for the sport. And respect for the circumstances in which we ask our birds to perform.

Châteaudun 2025 will go down in the books! The fanciers Derksen & van de Keuken from Almelo once again proved why they are considered among the finest one-day long distance specialists in the Netherlands. In a tough mid-distance race from Châteaudun (607.5 km), with 3,586 pigeons competing from 394 fanciers, they achieved a sensational result: 1st, 2nd, 4th and 9th positions, plus 23 prizes from 39 entries, resulting in an outstanding 58.97% prize ratio.