Fast Pigeons VIP Race 2026–2027
Official participation rules, activation conditions, race program, prize information and auction regulations for the 2026–2027 season.
Important Notice
All participants must read the entire regulation before registering.
It is strictly forbidden to bring pigeons that have already flown in other races, championships or One Loft Races.
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Register one active pigeon for €200 and send between 1 and 30 reserve pigeons, according to the participant’s preference.
All reserve pigeons present after the last 80 km training must be activated at a cost of €200 per pigeon.
Cost for Participation
| Active pigeons | Reserve pigeons | Total participation fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pigeon | 1 reserve | €200 |
| 2 pigeons | 2 reserves | €400 |
| 4 pigeons | 6 reserves | €800 |
| 5 pigeons | 10 reserves | €1,000 |
Reservations are valid only after advance payment. Registration may close before the expected pigeon count is reached.
Key Information
Total Prize Pool
The stated prize pool applies to 3,000 paid pigeons. If more pigeons are activated, the prizes will increase. The distribution is 50% for the organization and 50% for the participants.
Pigeon collection dates
Each participant should contact the official agent in their country in order to organize pigeon collection and delivery.
| Countries | Collection dates |
|---|---|
| Germany, Netherlands and Belgium | June 20, July 11, August 22, September 26 and October 24, 2026 |
| Other countries | Please contact the official Fast Pigeons agent in your country. |
Health and eligibility requirements
- All young pigeons must carry a 2026 ring.
- Pigeons must be vaccinated against paramyxovirus at least three weeks before delivery.
- Pigeons will be re-vaccinated against paramyxovirus within one week of arrival.
- Fast Pigeons declines responsibility for pigeons that arrive without the required vaccination.
- Young pigeons will initially be separated into categories based on their registration date to ensure better health.
Rimini Cup Award
All participants are eligible for the RIMINI CUP award. The prize is awarded to the first pigeon carrying the designation RIMINI CUP to arrive from the final race.
Participants may nominate their Rimini Cup pigeon after the semi-final race and no later than three days after that race. The serial number of the selected pigeon must be sent by email to contabilitafastpigeons@gmail.com .
If no nomination is received before the deadline, one pigeon will be nominated at random by the organization.
Activation After the 80 km Training
- Activation costs €200 per reserve pigeon and is mandatory for all reserve pigeons present after the final 80 km training.
- The 80 km training ranking will remain open for three days. All pigeons returning within the third day must be activated by their participant.
- For pigeons returning after the third day, activation is optional and remains at the participant’s discretion.
- Payment must be completed within five days of the flight date.
No cash refund will be made for pigeons activated after the 80 km training that are subsequently lost during training, Hot Spot races or the semi-final.
Race Regulations
Final Race Ranking and Basketing
Basketing for the final race will be broadcast live through Benzing and live video. It will take place in the presence of attendees and one or more members of the official commission.
The commission will supervise the entire basketing process, seal the baskets and determine which pigeons cannot be basketed due to health problems or accidents.
The ring numbers of pigeons excluded from basketing will be published in the race information on Benzing.
The commission will accompany the truck to the release point and will assess whether the location and weather conditions are suitable for a regular race.
The head of the commission may not participate in the race as a competitor. The release coordinates and a live video broadcast will be published on Facebook in real time.
Automatic Basketing
All other loft training sessions and preliminary competitions will be conducted using automatic basketing.
Super Derby
Starting from position 51, the organization will arrange a Super Derby of approximately 600 km.
All eligible pigeons will participate, except those held back for auction.
Owners who do not wish to participate must send an email containing the ring number of the pigeon that should be excluded. That pigeon will then be offered directly for sale.
Prize Payments
Following the final race, prizes established by management will be paid by bank transfer within 60 days of the final competition.
Applicable prize taxes will be calculated according to the laws in force. Prize winnings may also be retained as credit in the participant’s account for the following season.
Results and Classifications
Final race standings will remain visible for seven days after the final, with the possibility of extension where necessary.
If a designated prize position remains unoccupied, the undistributed amount will be divided according to the number of pigeons entered in the final race, after subtracting the number of pigeons that arrived.
Pedigree and Ownership Certificate
If the pedigree and certificate of ownership are missing, the owner will not receive any percentage from the sale of the pigeon.
The pedigree must be sent by email to contabilitafastpigeons@gmail.com no later than the arrival of pigeons from the semi-final.
Pedigrees will only be published after the pigeons return from the final race.
ACE Pigeons Championship
The ACE Pigeons ranking is calculated using the average speed achieved by each pigeon in all official races listed below.
| Race | Location or distance |
|---|---|
| Hot Spot 1 | 110 km |
| Hot Spot 2 | 150 km |
| Hot Spot 3 | 190 km |
| Hot Spot 4 | Ortona – 250 km |
| Hot Spot 5 – Semi-final | Marina di Lesina – 340 km |
| Final Race | Mola di Bari – 503 km |
Auctions and Sales
Online Sale and Revenue Distribution
All pigeons will be sold online after the final race.
For pigeons sold through the official Fast Pigeons website, the sale proceeds will be divided as follows: 50% to the owner and 50% to Fast Pigeons.
When a pigeon is sold on another website in order to obtain a higher price, the website fees will first be deducted. The remaining amount will then be divided equally between the owner and Fast Pigeons.
Missing Pedigree or Ownership Documents
If the pedigree and ownership certificate are not provided, the pigeon becomes the property of the organization and the original owner receives no percentage from its sale.
After position 50 in the final race, the organization will decide whether pigeons without pedigrees will be listed online.
Pigeons without identification and without pedigree become the property of the organization.
Unsold Pigeons
Pigeons that are not sold at auction may be purchased by their original owners for €30.
The owner must confirm the purchase by email within seven days after the auction ends. Otherwise, the pigeon remains the property of Fast Pigeons VIP Race.
Payments and Unpaid Auctions
Sale proceeds will be paid within 60 days after the conclusion of the final online auction, where multiple auctions are organized.
If an online buyer does not complete payment within three working days after the auction ends, the pigeon will be listed again using the same starting price.
Lamborghini Lottery Rules
Activation for this award opens after pigeons return from the 340 km semi-final race at Marina di Lesina.
- Activation costs €200 per pigeon. Payment must be made by bank transfer and the receipt must be sent to contabilitafastpigeons@gmail.com .
- From each activation, 20% represents administration costs and 80% is allocated to the prize fund.
- If an activated pigeon cannot be basketed because it is absent from the loft or excluded for health reasons, the €200 activation fee will be refunded to the owner.
- Pigeons may be activated from the arrival of the semi-final until 8:00 PM on the final basketing day.
- One or more pigeons may be activated, but only by their registered owners.
Lamborghini prize distribution
Activated pigeons will appear with the designation LAMBORGHINI. The first three designated pigeons to arrive are the winners.
Participation in this additional award is optional. Prizes will be calculated based on the number of basketed pigeons activated under the Lamborghini designation.
Fast Pigeons will pay Lamborghini prizes by bank transfer within seven working days.
Training Program and Races
The season includes approximately 8–10 training sessions and six official races. Supplemental training may also be organized during the race program and before the final race to ensure optimal preparation.
Race dates and distances may only be changed in cases of force majeure, including unsuitable weather conditions that prevent the race from proceeding safely and regularly.
| Stage | Distance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 10 training sessions | 5–80 km | Progressive preparation |
| Hot Spot 1 | 110 km | Official race |
| Hot Spot 2 | 150 km | Official race |
| Hot Spot 3 | 190 km | Training sessions of 30–70 km |
| Hot Spot 4 – Ortona | 250 km | Training sessions of 30–70 km |
| Hot Spot 5 – Semi-final, Marina di Lesina | 340 km | Optional training sessions of 30–70 km |
| Final Race – Mola di Bari | 503 km | May 7–11, 2027 |
Participate in Fast Pigeons VIP Race
Contact the official Fast Pigeons agent in your country for pigeon collection details. Documents, nominations and payment confirmations may be sent to the official accounting email address.