Episode 306 of “The Sports Experience Podcast” is here & we’re discussing one of the greatest bullfighters of all time, Manolete.

Born into poverty in Cordoba, Manuel Laureano Rodríguez Sánchez was born to be a bullfighter. Both his Father (known also as Manolete) and Uncle were bullfighters, and Manolete eventually rose to prominence as one of the greatest bullfighters of all time.

In the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War, Manolete became a hero in Spain for his prowess as a torero. His stoic and controlled movements made him stand out among his peers, and he excelled as a professional during the 1940s.

From 1940-1945, he reportedly took part in 414 bullfights in Spain and spent 1946 bullfighting in Mexico. He was hailed as a national hero. Songs were written about him, dolls featured his likeness and he earned close to $8 million from 1940-1947.

After he spent the winter of 1947 with his girlfriend, Lupe Sino, Manolete returned to Spain for one last season of bullfighting.

Sadly, Manolete was gored to death in the ring in Linares on August 28, 1947 by a bull named Islero.

Join us while we discuss a Spanish and bullfighting legend.

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