Presenting the trophy to the bravest bull of the Málaga Fair

This Thursday, the cultural center La Malagueta hosted the presentation of the bullfighting trophy for the bravest bull of the capital's bullfighting fair. ... An award granted by the Official College of Veterinarians of Málaga - an entity that celebrates its 120th anniversary this 2025 - and which reaches its 19th edition.

The trophy is a sculpture by Dutch artist Gerthy Baars made using the lost wax technique in aged bronze and polished bronze. Last year, it was awarded to the bull 'Ponderoso' from the Núñez del Cuvillo ranch, which Fortes fought, cutting off two ears, and was honored with a lap of the ring.

The presentation event was attended by the president of the Provincial Council, Francisco Salado; the delegate for Employment, Business, and Self-Employment from the Junta in Málaga, Carmen Sánchez; the councilwoman for Festivities from the capital's City Council, Teresa Porras; the president of the College of Veterinarians of Málaga, Juan Antonio Luque; and the elected general secretary of the Veterinary Collegiate Organization, José Ramón Caballero.

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Salado highlighted the institutional support of the Provincial Council for bullfighting and defended the connection between the veterinary world and the world of bullfighting, which he described as "a combination of science, ethics, and tradition."

"Their role is essential to maintain a level of integrity and respect within this ancient and complex ritual. Without them, no bullfighting event could take place," he stated, while also reminding that veterinarians ensure that the bulls "meet the required standards, comply with current regulations, and, as far as possible, minimize the suffering of the animals."