The International Barcelona race remains the ultimate test of European long-distance pigeon racing, and the 2026 edition once again lived up to its legendary status. A total of 16,278 racing pigeons from six countries were entered, with liberation taking place on 3 July at 07:45 CEST under favourable weather conditions, featuring clear skies and a northerly wind. Historic Victory for Nicu Bărbulescu The first arrivals were recorded

  In modern pigeon racing, electrolytes are discussed more and more frequently, yet their true role in post-race recovery is not always fully understood. Many fanciers administer electrolytes only after particularly demanding races or during periods of extreme heat. In reality, however, maintaining the proper electrolyte balance has a direct impact on hydration, muscle function, and the speed at which racing pigeons recover after exertion

While the National Riga race attracted the attention of most Romanian fanciers, several other marathon races were also held across the Moldavian region during the same weekend. Among them was the Vilnius II Marathon, featuring competitors from the Neamț and Iași Federations. A total of 276 fanciers entered the race, including 170 from the Neamț Federation and 106 from the Iași Federation, with an overall entry

Season after season, the partnership of Marius Gherasim and Marius Dobândă continues to strengthen its position among Romania's elite marathon pigeon fanciers. Their impressive record, built over the past years and enriched with national titles and victories in some of the country's most prestigious marathon races, is a testament to the quality of their loft. In the 2024 season, the duo claimed the prestigious Berlin