Today Friday January 9 2026 is the moment the international pigeon racing community shows its collective strength. In the courtroom of Hasselt four defendants finally face the consequences of a series of brutal Racing Pigeon Thefts that gripped our world for months. While the crimes were dark this trial proves one thing above all. The…
First of all, I would like to wish everyone a personally healthy, happy, and sportively strong New Year. A year with calm in the loft, enjoyment in the daily work, and above all: healthy pigeons. Because let’s be honest from the start: without health, everything we do is meaningless. No breeding. No performances. No future….
It is the talk of the town in every pigeon union from Belgium to China: the legal tug-of-war between the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the World Pigeon Federation (FCI). For the loyal followers of the Racing Pigeon Olympiad, a significant change is on the horizon. Although the iconic name must officially make way for…
When people talk about Belgian racing pigeons, they often mention big names and loud successes. But the fanciers who truly shape the sport are usually quieter. They let results, bloodlines, and consistency do the talking. Luc Vervoort is one of those names. This Amazing Wings Online Auction is not a coincidence, and it is certainly…
Some weekends are bigger than an event. They feel like the true start of a new season. Blackpool is exactly that kind of moment. In January 2026, the international world of Racing Pigeons turns its full attention to England for the legendary BHW Show of the Year. This is not tradition for tradition’s sake. This…
You know the feeling. The morning air bites, your breath turns to fog, and the loft feels like a freezer. While you’re debating a third cup of coffee or another jacket, your pigeons are already restless. It’s as if they’re asking, “Well, boss? Is it feeding time yet?” At –5°C, the rules change. Winter demands…
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:…
If you ever needed proof that a One Loft Race is real pigeon sport, this was it. On January 3, 2026, the Thailand Masters FCI One Loft Race delivered a final that hit straight in the gut. No romance, no margin for error, no hiding place. Just pigeons, pressure, and a clock that does not…
In the world of international pigeon racing, many fall for the hype of big names, but true experts follow the results. Heinz Bindacz is not just a collector; he is the architect of one of the most successful Leo Heremans-based dynasties on the planet. While others frame pedigrees, Bindacz wins national championships with them. For…
Some fanciers win races, but others create lasting legacies. Jay Lissenberg certainly belongs to the latter group. Without any fanfare or boastful declarations, Jay has meticulously built a pigeon line that grows stronger with each passing year. 2025 marked the culmination of his efforts, positioning Utrecht as a key player in the world of international…
