The Racing Pigeon Olympiad Reimagined: Why the World Elite is Heading to Dortmund in 2026
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).…
Luc Vervoort on Amazing Wings – A Premium Online Auction Built on Proven Racing Pigeons
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,…
Blackpool 2026 Where the World of Racing Pigeons Comes Alive
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…
How to Feed Racing Pigeons When It Freezes: The Secrets of the Pigeon Boss
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…
Derksen & van de Keuken Dominate Again: 1st, 2nd, 4th and 23 Prizes from Châteaudun – A World-Class Loft in Top Form
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…
Thailand Masters FCI FINAL 400 km | When Seconds Decide Everything
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…
Cracking The Heremans Code: Why the Heinz Bindacz Auction is the Strategic Investment of the Year
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…
Jay Lissenberg, Utrecht: The Quiet Force Behind the Marathon Pigeon Racing Revolution in 2025
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…
Esther Vereecke Pigeons: From National Breakthrough To Modern Middle Distance Power
Esther Vereecke does not run a giant show loft. There is no endless row of aviaries, no army of helpers. In Beerzel, a small part of Putte in Belgium, she…
Jan Grootoonk Claims Victory in Ruffec 2025 – A Marathon Masterclass in Afdeling 11
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…