Pablo Aguado
Pablo Aguado Lucena, known in the bullfighting world simply as Pablo Aguado, is a prominent bullfighter who has emerged from Seville, a city with a rich bullfighting tradition. Born on January 3, 1991, into a family with strong ranching and bullfighting roots, Aguado has taken the legacy of his heritage to the highest levels in the bullfighting world.
First Steps in Olivenza Aguado made his debut as a novillero on March 8, 2015, at the bullring of Olivenza, in the province of Badajoz, marking the beginning of a promising career in the arena. This debut was the first step toward a series of performances that would capture the attention of fans and critics alike.
The Alternative in La Maestranza The defining moment of his career came on September 23, 2017, when he took the alternativa at the iconic bullring of La Maestranza in Seville. Enrique Ponce, a bullfighting legend, was his sponsor, while Alejandro Talavante acted as a witness, thus passing the baton to a new generation.
Confirmation of the Alternative in Madrid A year later, on September 28, 2018, Aguado confirmed his alternativa at the Las Ventas bullring in Madrid. Alejandro Talavante repeated as his sponsor, and Jimenez Fortes joined as a witness on an afternoon that reinforced his position as one of the new figures in bullfighting.
A Bullfighter of Iconic Arenas Throughout his still young career, Aguado has fought in some of the most representative and challenging bullrings in the world, including Las Ventas in Madrid, La Maestranza in Ronda, and the bullring of Pamplona, demonstrating his skill and artistry in each of them.
Style and Commitment Pablo Aguado is known for his serious and elegant style with the cape, an expression of Sevillian art that evokes the grace and majesty of the great bullfighters of the past. His approach to bullfighting is a blend of tradition and his own personality, making him a unique bullfighter in his generation.
Dedication and Education Despite initially balancing his bullfighting career with university studies, Aguado decided to fully dedicate himself to bullfighting in the final years of his academic training. His sword handler, Miguel Ángel Mata, has been a key figure in his team, supporting him every step of the way.
Pablo Aguado remains a bright promise in the world of bullfighting, where his technique, passion, and respect for the art promise to continue enriching the tradition of bullfighting in the years to come.