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New Straits Times
13-07-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Another six people injured as bulls charge through Spain's Pamplona
MADRID: A futher six people were injured today as bulls were driven through the narrow streets of Pamplona for the seventh time this week, as this year's edition of the iconic, yet controversial San Fermín festival nears its close, German Press Agency (dpa) reported. The narrow, winding 800-metre course leading to the bullring saw numerous people get injured, a spokeswoman for the Red Cross told Spanish channel RTVE, citing preliminary figures. Five people were brought to hospital, including one of the bull runners who was hit by a bull's horn in the genital area, according to the spokeswoman. The latest, and penultimate bull run in the northern Spanish city saw numerous falls, as shown in the broadcast by RTVE. In two instances, bulls pushed runners out of the way using their heads, causing both the men and the animals to fall. Another runner managed to get to safety in a bend, but his red shirt was impaled by the horn of a passing bull. However, he was able to free himself after a few seconds. The festival is held in honour of the city's patron saint, San Fermín, and has been celebrated in the northern city of Pamplona every July since the late 16th century, despite the protests in recent decades of animal rights activists. Each morning at 8am for eight consecutive days, six fighting bulls and several tame oxen are driven through the old town's narrow streets to the bullring, where the evening's bullfights take place. There, the bulls are killed by matadors in traditional bullfights. The final run will take place tomorrow. The bulls' long, pointed horns can cause fatal goring injuries. Since 1924, 16 people have died during the runs. Many of the mostly male runners attempt to race in front of or alongside the six bulls, often trying to touch their horns or backs as they run.
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
Running with the bulls at Pamplona's famous San Fermín festival kicks off
Thousands of daredevils took part in the opening run of the San Fermín festival Monday which features a run through the streets with charging bulls. July 8, 2025
Hamilton Spectator
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Pamplona holds opening bull run during San Fermín festival
PAMPLONA, Spain (AP) — Thousands of daredevils ran, skidded and tumbled out of the way of six charging bulls at the opening run of the San Fermín festival Monday. It was the first of nine morning runs during the famous celebrations held in the northern Spanish city of Pamplona. The bulls pounded along the twisting cobblestone streets after being led by six steers. Up to 4,000 runners take part in each bull run, which takes place over 846 meters (2,775 feet) and can last three to four minutes. Most runners wear the traditional garb of white trousers and shirt with red sash and neckerchief. The expert Spanish runners try to sprint just in front of the bull's horns for a few death-defying seconds while egging the animal on with a rolled newspaper. Thousands of spectators watch from balconies and wooden barricades along the course. Millions more follow the visceral spectacle on live television. While gorings are not rare, many more people are bruised and injured in falls and pileups with each other. Medics rush in to treat the injured and take the seriously hurt to a hospital. Unofficial records say at least 15 people have died in the bull runs over the past century. The deadliest day on record was July 13, 1980, when four runners were killed by two bulls. The last death was in 2009. The rest of each day is for eating, drinking, dancing and cultural entertainment, including bull fights where the animals that run in the morning are slain in the bull ring by professional matadors each afternoon. The festival was made internationally famous by Ernest Hemingway's classic 1926 novel 'The Sun Also Rises' about American bohemians wasting away in Europe. ___ Wilson reported from Barcelona, Spain. Error! Sorry, there was an error processing your request. There was a problem with the recaptcha. Please try again. You may unsubscribe at any time. By signing up, you agree to our terms of use and privacy policy . This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google privacy policy and terms of service apply. Want more of the latest from us? Sign up for more at our newsletter page .
The Hill
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hill
Pamplona holds opening bull run during San Fermín festival
PAMPLONA, Spain (AP) — Thousands of daredevils ran, skidded and tumbled out of the way of six charging bulls at the opening run of the San Fermín festival Monday. It was the first of nine morning runs during the famous celebrations held in the northern Spanish city of Pamplona. The bulls pounded along the twisting cobblestone streets after being led by six steers. Up to 4,000 runners take part in each bull run, which takes place over 846 meters (2,775 feet) and can last three to four minutes. Most runners wear the traditional garb of white trousers and shirt with red sash and neckerchief. The expert Spanish runners try to sprint just in front of the bull's horns for a few death-defying seconds while egging the animal on with a rolled newspaper. Thousands of spectators watch from balconies and wooden barricades along the course. Millions more follow the visceral spectacle on live television. While gorings are not rare, many more people are bruised and injured in falls and pileups with each other. Medics rush in to treat the injured and take the seriously hurt to a hospital. Unofficial records say at least 15 people have died in the bull runs over the past century. The deadliest day on record was July 13, 1980, when four runners were killed by two bulls. The last death was in 2009. The rest of each day is for eating, drinking, dancing and cultural entertainment, including bull fights where the animals that run in the morning are slain in the bull ring by professional matadors each afternoon. The festival was made internationally famous by Ernest Hemingway's classic 1926 novel 'The Sun Also Rises' about American bohemians wasting away in Europe. ___ Wilson reported from Barcelona, Spain.
San Francisco Chronicle
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
Pamplona holds opening bull run during San Fermín festival
PAMPLONA, Spain (AP) — Thousands of daredevils ran, skidded and tumbled out of the way of six charging bulls at the opening run of the San Fermín festival Monday. It was the first of nine morning runs during the famous celebrations held in the northern Spanish city of Pamplona. The bulls pounded along the twisting cobblestone streets after being led by six steers. Up to 4,000 runners take part in each bull run, which takes place over 846 meters (2,775 feet) and can last three to four minutes. Most runners wear the traditional garb of white trousers and shirt with red sash and neckerchief. The expert Spanish runners try to sprint just in front of the bull's horns for a few death-defying seconds while egging the animal on with a rolled newspaper. Thousands of spectators watch from balconies and wooden barricades along the course. Millions more follow the visceral spectacle on live television. While gorings are not rare, many more people are bruised and injured in falls and pileups with each other. Medics rush in to treat the injured and take the seriously hurt to a hospital. Unofficial records say at least 15 people have died in the bull runs over the past century. The deadliest day on record was July 13, 1980, when four runners were killed by two bulls. The last death was in 2009. The rest of each day is for eating, drinking, dancing and cultural entertainment, including bull fights where the animals that run in the morning are slain in the bull ring by professional matadors each afternoon. The festival was made internationally famous by Ernest Hemingway's classic 1926 novel 'The Sun Also Rises' about American bohemians wasting away in Europe. ___ Wilson reported from Barcelona, Spain.
