The ninth bullfight of the San Isidro fair at Las Ventas drew 22,964 spectators on May 17, 2026. Bulls from Fuente Ymbro provided a varied afternoon with standout moments and uneven performances from the matadors.
Ángel Otero delivered the most memorable moment by planting a pair of banderillas in the third bull with great precision. The arena erupted in applause and the assistant received a standing ovation.
Miguel Ángel Perera and Paco Ureña gave mechanical and lackluster performances against a serious string of bulls. Both matadors received silences after flawed sword thrusts and stabs.
Fernando Adrián showed commitment with the third bull, Adulador, though a stab prevented an ear. An anti-bullfighting activist interrupted the event after the second bull and was quickly detained.
The arena recorded a full house and the bulls displayed varied spirit, with the sixth replaced by a large substitute.
