Traditional bull race of punjab - stock photo

In rural areas of Punjab, bull race is one of the most anticipated events due to its thrilling and aggressive nature. The traditional competition attracts landlords and farmers from all around the province where the race is held, and they all bring their fastest and strongest bulls in hopes of gaining a reputation. It also depicts the pride farmers have for their animals, the jockey does not ride but boards on a wooden board and is dragged by the bull. Three persons control the pair of bulls from the front. The strong, fast and powerful pair of bulls wins the contest