There are moments in pigeon racing that feel like a seismic shift. The results of the international race from Brest on July 12, 2025, was exactly that. While a relentless wind blew from the wrong direction and every kilometer felt like lead in the wings of thousands of birds, something magical happened in Roeselare. The tandem Lorenzo Vandeverre & Domani Seys delivered a performance that will be etched in the history books forever.
At PigeonBoss.com, we live for winners with bravado. We love fanciers who aren’t afraid to challenge the established elite with a smile and a loft full of pure quality. Lorenzo and Domani are the definition of this new generation. They don’t just participate in the sport; they dominate it with pure joy.
The Secret of The Thirteen
In common folklore, thirteen is often seen as a number of bad luck. However, for the men from Roeselare, it represents the absolute foundation of their success. The undisputed star of this story is BE23-3005313, now world famous as Den Dertiene. On that legendary Saturday, this powerhouse showed the world what West Flemish character truly means. Covering a distance of 614 kilometers, he fought his way home at a speed of 953 meters per minute. This wasn’t just a race; it was a battle of endurance. While the rest of the field, over 1,160 pigeons from Belgium, France, and Luxembourg, were still struggling with the elements, Den Dertiene touched down in Roeselare to claim the 1st International Brest.
A Pedigree of Pure Gold
When you examine the pedigree of Den Dertiene, it becomes clear that we are looking at the royalty of Belgian pigeon racing. This victory was no accident; it was predestined glory.
The Father: Den Eric (BE17-3134827) A direct Eric Vermander and a phenomenal breeder. He is the full brother of Wout, the legendary bird that won 1st National Brive. The blood of the iconic Noel and the Topstar line flows strongly through his veins.
The Mother: Godfriedje (BE19-3020942) Sourced from Godfried Vander Stichele and a full sister to Supreme, winner of 1st National Tulle. Her father is the notorious James Bond 007, a true racing icon who achieved a staggering eight national top 100 positions during his career. On her mother’s side, we see the elite influence of Team BDS via Magic Astrid.
When you combine these genes, you get a pigeon that refuses to quit when the going gets tough. It is the dream of every Pigeon Boss: a bird faster than the wind and stronger than the rain.
From Beginners to the World Stage
The success of Vandeverre Seys didn’t happen by chance, but it certainly happened fast. In 2018, they were already celebrated as 2nd Provincial Champion KBDB West Flanders in the beginner category. Where others take decades to reach the summit, Lorenzo and Domani simply kicked the door down. They possess the down to earth nature of their region, yet they add a modern, almost scientific drive to their craft. In Roeselare, they don’t just hope for luck; they work for success. Their system is built on iron discipline for both the fancier and the pigeon.
The System: Work Hard, Play Hard
The philosophy in their loft is straightforward: the basket is the only truth. In Roeselare, they race old birds and yearlings on traditional widowhood.
The Method: This is a game of focus where exclusively the cocks are sent out to prove their worth in the sky. No rest days and no excuses.
The Preparation: Pigeons are tested weekly on shorter races like Orleans, Clermont, and Toury to keep the speed in their wings.
The Nutrition: They trust the high quality grains of Vanrobaeys, utilizing mixtures that allow the pigeons to handle heavy long distance flights while ensuring perfect recovery.
The Selection: The standards are high; they select strictly on 10% prize rankings across all levels. Only the pigeons that consistently prove themselves earn a spot in the winter loft.
Den Dertiene had already shown his class with a top performance from Chateauroux before his international victory.
Why We Are Fans
What we admire most at PigeonBoss about Vandeverre Seys is their passion. They celebrate every arrival as if it were their first. They promote pigeon racing exactly as it should be: a top sport full of emotion, camaraderie, and unprecedented achievements. Den Dertiene is just the beginning. With a breeding loft overflowing with national blood and two passionate fanciers at the helm, we expect to see Roeselare on the top step of the podium many more times in the coming years.
Keep your eyes on them, because these Bosses are here to stay.
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Jan de Wijs
The Pigeon Boss
