The bulls of the Madrid livestock of Victoriano del Río have successfully completed the fourth confinement of San Fermín 2025 , swiftly and without any injuries caused by horns. The herd , which consisted of three black bulls and three reds , made its way through the entire route, leaving a trail of excitement and adrenaline among the participants.
The run lasted just under two and a half minutes , with a few moments of intense crowd interaction but no serious incidents reported. Some runners required hospitalization for bruises, as indicated by the initial medical report. The tension was palpable as the bells of Corrales de Santo Domingo rang, signaling that the bulls were approaching and increasing the heartbeat of the eager crowd.
Once the bulls were released, they quickly picked up speed, with one red bull taking the lead as the pack surged forward. A black bull trailed behind, maintaining the procession’s integrity. The herd navigated the challenging Estafeta curve without breaking formation, preserving their swift pace.
The long stretch of Estafeta street proved to be a test of skill and endurance, with runners attempting to maneuver around each other while dodging the bulls. However, teamwork was evident, as many participants successfully ran alongside the bulls without incident, which speaks to the training and discipline of both the bulls and the runners.
Despite some minor setbacks and the typical falls that occur due to the overwhelming number of participants, the bulls have maintained their reputation for being fast and noble during this event. At Telefónica , one of the bulls took the lead followed by a herd that, though not entirely compact, moved together effectively, demonstrating the remarkable training of both the bulls and the runners.
With the action transitioning to the bullring , the participants received applause as they completed the race, where they will later be met by Sebastián Castella, Emilio de Justo, and Borja Jiménez , the afternoon’s main bullfighters.
(Information prepared by EFE)