Madrid's President Defends Bullfighting Tradition Amidst Controversy

Madrid's President Champions Bullfighting Tradition at San Isidro Fair Madrid, Spain – Isabel Díaz Ayuso, president of the Community of Madrid, recently voiced her strong support for bullfighting as a vital part of Spain's cultural heritage. In an interview filmed at the iconic Las Ventas bullring during the San Isidro Fair, Ayuso emphasized the event's importance. "Above all, we must know the legacy we've inherited," she stated, "knowing that we house the world's first bullring obliges us to respect what we have been and what we must leave to future generations." The San Isidro Fair, a major event in Madrid's cultural calendar, drew large crowds, underscoring the tradition's enduring popularity. Ayuso's comments highlight the ongoing debate surrounding bullfighting, but also the strong support it retains within Spanish society.