The entire construction industry gathered at the Imperator to celebrate the launch of the Pentecost Feria in Nimes

Nino Julian and Lalo de Maria surround Eric Rodier. Midi Libre – E. Be

The courtyard of the emblematic Nîmes hotel was crowded this Wednesday, May 15 in the evening, for this first big evening of the Feria which put the spotlight on two young future matadors.

It’has become a tradition : the Mundillo of Nîmes BTP launched the Feria 2024, this Wednesday, May 15, with some 1  people gathered in the courtyard of the Imperator Hotel.

And for this 14th edition, the association has, once again, decided to support young French matadors. For Eric Rodier, president and organizer of the event, this "boost", this presentation, has all the symbolism: "It’is both an opportunity, for these matadors in the making, to be officially presented, recognized, but also to show the support that the world of ;company brings to bullfighting."

Lalo de Maria and Nino Julian in the spotlight

And, like the Nîmes bullfighter Solalito last year, Lalo de Maria, who will take his alternative to the Feria des Vendanges, was offered a check for 7,000,000 euros, in order to finance his outfit of light. Who will be "in the clarity of white", specifies the latter, very moved at the announcement of the news. "My costume was designed by the Nîmes painter Jonathan Veyrunes, who is also my friend. It’s a magnificent human adventure, an honor to receive this unconditional support."

Alongside Lalo de Maria, the young Nino Julian will benefit from a budget of 3 000 € to organize a party. After the time for speeches and the fear of getting caught in the rain, music, champagne and good humor could punctuate these first moments of celebration.