(D) Lot 4 , 1×2026 yb bred by Milne Mairs, Milne is a highly respected figure in the world of Irish pigeon racing, particularly known for his deep knowledge of Irish distance bloodlines.

(N) Lot 14 , 1x yb bred by J Waring & Son , this partnership is a well-known racing pigeon partnership based in Lisburn. They are prominent members of the Lisburn & District H.P.S. and compete within the Northern Ireland Provincial Amalgamation (NIPA) and the Irish National Flying Club (INFC). Key Career Highlights The partnership is highly regarded for its success in “long-distance” and “channel” racing, where birds fly back to Ireland from locations in England, Wales, and France. INFC Gold Medal Winners: They were awarded a prestigious INFC Gold Medal in 2011 for a single pigeon that finished in the prizes of the Kings Cup (the premier long-distance race from France) four separate times. National Performance: In June 2024, they secured 15th Open in the NIPA Plougastel (France) National race with a velocity of 1019.20 yards per minute. Regional Success: They frequently feature in the top results for Section D of the NIPA, including a 4th Section placement in the challenging St Malo race in 2023. Longevity: Their records of competitive flying span decades, with notable placements in the Friendship National (Lamballe) as far back as 2018 and earlier.