Almost 900 pigeons registered for the races on April 26th!
This coming weekend promises to be a true spectacle for pigeon fanciers in Scherpenheuvel and the surrounding area. The race from Soissons takes center stage, with over 700 pigeons entered by 35 enthusiasts. A top weekend for old pigeons racing at high speed, as next weekend, several enthusiasts will be heading with their pigeons towards the 1/2 fond races. The tension is rising: who will triumph and prevent Arien-De Keyser-Kaier from claiming another victory? The large number of registered old pigeons makes this a unique occasion; after all, it isn't every week that the local competition features over 700 pigeons vying for the top prize!
Running parallel to Soissons is the race from Momignies, with 144 registered pigeons. This totals nearly 900 old pigeons entered this weekend—a remarkable figure. Names such as Lucien Laevers and Leon Vrancken are tipped as strong contenders for victory in Momignies.
Weather forecasts and race conditions
The weather predictions offer both the enthusiasts and their feathered athletes reasons for optimism. Though the morning starts with cloud cover, the sun will soon break through with pleasant temperatures just under 20°C. Considering the unfavorable weather conditions on Wednesday and Thursday, it's clear that the weather gods are favoring the pigeon fanciers and their pigeons for the weekend.
Prize money and guarantees
Both Soissons and Momignies have attractive guarantees in place for the races this weekend. For Soissons and Momignies, there are 3 prizes guaranteed up to €2.50, and 1 prize guaranteed up to €5.00. Additionally, there is a guarantee on pools up to €1.00. The pigeon fanciers of Scherpenheuvel greatly appreciate these weekly guarantees, as evidenced by the numerous pigeons registered for them each week. On Saturday, they'll eagerly await the results to see which enthusiasts secure the guaranteed prizes.
Exciting races ahead!
With the number of participating pigeons, fierce competition, and favorable conditions, the weekend promises to be a highlight for both the pigeons and their enthusiasts. Follow the races and registrations via the website [www.verenigdevrienden.net](http://www.verenigdevrienden.net), and to all participants: good luck and safe flights!
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