# Bullfighting events in Spain

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/bullfighting-events-in-spain
> Updated: 2026-08-28T21:40:30.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 2.

Bullfighting festivities across various Spanish regions have seen a mix of individual triumphs and logistical challenges. In Ciudad Real and Málaga, events featured notable performances, such as Diego Ventura being carried out on shoulders and the return of Victorino Martín after 12 years. However, these events also involved injuries, including a 15-centimeter goring to Manuel Escribano in Málaga that required surgery.

In Almería, during the Feria de la Virgen del Mar, bullfighter Juan Ortega earned two ears, though the quality of the livestock from the Matilla ranch was described as disappointing. Despite concerns regarding arena drainage following morning rains, the event saw a large turnout and was televised.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-28: Juan Ortega earns two ears at Almería bullfighting festival

Bullfighter Juan Ortega earned two ears at the Almería Feria de la Virgen del Mar, despite a disappointing showing from the Matilla ranch livestock.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/juan-ortega-earns-two-ears-at-almera-bullfighting-festival

### 2026-08-20: Bullfighting triumphs and injuries in Ciudad Real and Málaga

Bullfighting festivities in Ciudad Real and Málaga saw major triumphs for Diego Ventura, Fortes, and Emilio de Justo, alongside an emotional farewell for Víctor Puerto and an injury to Manuel Escribano.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/morante-de-la-puebla-performs-at-la-malagueta-despite-injury

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