VOICED : Derribar un toro por la cola

Carlos Cristo, a secondary student and skilled coleador from Mexico, arrives in Villavicencio, Colombia, for a global coleo event. Coleo involves two riders managing a bull, aiming to topple it by the tail over a set distance. Originating in Los Llanos, coleo has grown into a popular tourist attraction. Despite its success, the sport faces criticism from animal rights groups due to potential harm to the bulls. Veterinarians argue that injuries are rare, but stress on the animals is unavoidable.

What is the main objective of the coleo activity?

• To race against other riders

• To perform tricks on horseback

• To herd cattle into a pen

• To topple the bull by its tail

Where did the coleo discipline originate?

• Colombia

• Mexico

• Los Llanos

• Spain

What has the coleo championship become in recent times?

• A local event

• A forgotten tradition

• A tourist attraction

• A controversial sport

What is a common concern raised by animal rights groups about coleo?

• The lack of spectator interest

• The cost of organizing events

• The potential for animal injuries

• The noise levels at events

What do veterinarians say about fractures in coleo?

• They are easily treated

• They are rare but lead to animal sacrifice

• They never occur

• They are very common