Borja Jiménez: Ciudad Real's Leading Bullfighter of 2026

A Season of Outstanding Results

Sevillian matador Borja Jiménez will receive the Tierra del Quijote award in Alcázar de San Juan on 21 November, following an outstanding season in the province.

Sevillian matador Borja Jiménez will be recognised as the leading bullfighter of the 2026 season in the province of Ciudad Real at the fifth Tierra del Quijote Bullfighting Awards. The ceremony, scheduled for 21 November in Alcázar de San Juan, will honour the leading figures of the season in this part of Castilla-La Mancha.

The awards ceremony will take place at 1.30 pm at the Hotel Barataria, bringing together bullfighting professionals and enthusiasts to celebrate the achievements of the season.

A season of impressive figures

The award recognises a remarkable campaign by Borja Jiménez, who has finished third in the European bullfighting rankings, with a record of 58 bullfights, 87 ears and two tails awarded.

The matador from Espartinas has delivered several notable performances throughout 2026, including appearances in the bullrings of Alcázar de San Juan, Manzanares and Puertollano. His achievements at these venues have been instrumental in securing this provincial recognition and strengthening his position among the leading names in bullfighting.

Beyond the statistics, the award acknowledges Jiménez’s artistic ability and his capacity to connect with the crowd during a particularly important season in his career.

Ciudad Real: A Province Closely Linked to His Career

The award also carries a personal significance. Borja Jiménez has enjoyed a special relationship with the people of Ciudad Real since the early days of his career, when he was working to establish himself in the bullfighting world.

Throughout his professional development, he has received considerable support and affection from audiences across the province, responding with performances marked by commitment and determination. Being named the leading bullfighter of 2026 further strengthens this bond with a public that has followed his rise through the ranks.

Alcurrucén, Cristiano Torres and Other Award Winners

The fifth edition of the Tierra del Quijote Bullfighting Awards will also recognise other outstanding contributors to the season.

The Alcurrucén livestock breeding operation will receive the award for best fighting bull breeder, while Cristiano Torres will be named breakthrough bullfighter of the year. Alejandro Quesada will be recognised as best novice bullfighter with picadors, and Jorge Cordones will receive the award for best banderillero.

The organisers will also present special mentions to Maloví, Joselillo de Colombia, Benjamín Gallego, Laura Gómez del Pulgar Talavera, La Unión and Carlos Ortiz. Students from the Alcázar de San Juan Bullfighting School will receive a special mention in recognition of their training and their contribution to the future of bullfighting.

Two Days Celebrating Bullfighting in Alcázar de San Juan

The awards ceremony will be preceded by an event dedicated to bullfighting culture. On 20 November at 7.30 pm, the Museo Forma will host a talk by Antonio Moreno González. A special mention will also be presented to María Milagros Ortiz during the event.

The following day’s ceremony, presented by Araceli Castellanos, will bring the programme to a close by celebrating the professionals who have made their mark on Ciudad Real’s 2026 bullfighting season.

Now in its fifth edition, the Tierra del Quijote Awards continue to establish themselves as a meeting point for professionals and enthusiasts, while recognising the work of matadors, breeders, novice bullfighters and members of the bullfighting teams.

The award presented to Borja Jiménez reflects a season of significant achievements and reaffirms the close relationship between the Sevillian matador and the bullfighting public of Castilla-La Mancha.

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