In Spain, an event takes place once a year, which is obligatory for all lovers of the breed Galgo Español: the competition for the "cup of the king" - the Copa de S.M. el Rey. Fast running galgos and elegant horses create an atmosphere, that fascinates thousands of spectators year after year. |
This competition, in which hunting skills and speed of the galgos are judged, is known since 1930. Its origin and rules derive from a time, when Spain still was a Roman province. |
This year, the final competitions of the Copa del Rey took place from January 8 to 18 in Medina del Campo, a small town which is located approximately 150 kilometres away from the capital Madrid. Claudia was there and she returned with a lot of interesting photos... |