MADRID (AP) — Every year during Pride week, the streets of Spain’s capital transform into a runway of a different kind. On Thursday, July 2, competitors strapped on their tallest footwear and dashed through the city in the iconic annual high heel race.
To qualify for the event, participants must wear shoes with heels no shorter than 10 centimeters — that’s roughly 3.9 inches — making the race as much a test of balance as it is of speed.
Images from the lively competition were curated into a photo gallery by AP photo editors, showcasing the energy and excitement of one of Madrid’s most beloved Pride week traditions.
