Bullfighter Morante de la Puebla, seen as the most important in the current scene, has announced his retirement by cutting his coleta at the peak of his career. The decision was entirely unexpected and raises questions about his mental health and medical treatments. EL MUNDO's podcast examines these mysteries with experts.
Morante de la Puebla, the most prominent bullfighter today, has decided to retire from the world of bullfighting in a surprising manner. In a symbolic gesture, he cut his coleta, signaling the end of his career at its professional peak. This news has stunned fans and experts alike.
The podcast 'EL MUNDO al día' devotes an episode to unraveling the mysteries behind this retirement. Titled 'The mysteries of Morante's retirement: "He was at the limit of self-immolation"', it raises key questions: Why has he retired? Is it related to his mental health? Has he lost his memory due to treatments? Who knew in advance that he would cut his coleta? It also debates whether Morante is the best bullfighter in history and what his absence means for the bullfighting world.
The analysis is led by Zabala de la Serna, head of EL MUNDO's Toros section, providing insights from the heart of the newsroom. The podcast, awarded the Ondas Prize as a revelation, explores the big topic of the day through the voices of the newspaper's journalists. This episode, published on October 13, 2025, invites reflection on the impact of this decision on Spanish bullfighting.
Morante's retirement not only closes a personal chapter but also raises questions about the future of bullfighting without a figure of his stature.