The city of Málaga is already starting to dress up for the fair. The streets will be adorned with lights and garlands, and the festive atmosphere will permeate every corner. Both locals and visitors will enjoy a week full of cultural activities, concerts, and, of course, typical Andalusian cuisine. The August Fair is not just a bullfighting event, but a celebration that encompasses the entire city, filling the air with music, laughter, and joy.
Each day of the fair, La Malagueta will be a boiling pot of emotions. The bullfighters will prepare in their hotels, mentally gearing up for the big moment. Fans will arrive early at the arena, seeking the best seats, discussing the day’s expectations, and reminiscing about historic performances. The anticipation will grow with each parade, as the trumpets and drums announce the start of each afternoon of bullfighting.
On August 14, youth and vigor will take over the arena. Simón Andreu, Alejandro Cano, and Alejandro Chicharro will face their first major tests. The arena, full of hope and curiosity, will watch as these young bullfighters risk their lives and futures, each one striving to leave an indelible mark.
On August 15, Emilio de Justo, Cayetano Rivera, and Pablo Aguado will delight the audience with their experience and art. Each pass, each move, will be a lesson in bullfighting, showing why these names are references in the bullfighting world. Skill and composure will be the protagonists, promising an afternoon of pure bullfighting magic.
On August 16, with Enrique Ponce, Morante de la Puebla, and Juan Ortega, the afternoon will be a tribute to the tradition and spirit of bullfighting. Ponce, with his unparalleled career; Morante, with his pure art; and Ortega, with his freshness and elegance, will combine a symphony of capes and muletas that will resonate in the hearts of those present.
On August 17, Rafaelillo, Manuel Escribano, and Javier Orozco will challenge the bulls with breathtaking bravery. Fans, with their hearts in their throats, will live each charge, each move, with the intensity of those who know that life is at stake in the arena. It will be an afternoon where courage will be the undisputed protagonist.
On August 18, the arena will transform for the rejoneo bullfight. Ferrer Martín, Rui Fernandes, and Diego Ventura will offer a spectacle of equestrian skill and elegance. The horses, trained for bullfighting, will move with precision and grace, leading their riders to create moments of great beauty and technique.
On August 19, Borja Jiménez, David Galván, and Ginés Marín will bring the promise of the future to the arena. With fresh and innovative styles, these young bullfighters will demonstrate that bullfighting continues to evolve without losing the essence that makes it great. It will be an afternoon of renewal and hope for the art of bullfighting.
On August 20, the mano a mano between Roca Rey and Jiménez Fortes will close the fair with a flourish. Two titans of bullfighting will face off in a battle of power and technique, where each pass will be a battle won, each thrust a declaration of mastery. Fans will thrill to the intensity of the duel, which promises to be epic.
The Málaga Bullfighting Fair of 2024 will undoubtedly be an event that will remain etched in the memory of all those fortunate enough to witness it. Beyond the performances and triumphs, the fair is a celebration of life, culture, and art. Each afternoon at La Malagueta will be a record…
Passionate bullfighting critic, P. del Ruiz explains from his point of view what a bullfight is and why we should defend it. According to del Ruiz, a bullfight is a cultural and artistic manifestation that combines tradition, bravery and skill. For him, this spectacle is Spanish cultural heritage.
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