Life can be rough for a world-class competitor in bullfighting. Ian McGill didn't get to the pinnacle of the bullfighting world without plenty of trial and tribulation. This incredible athlete drills for three grueling sessions four times each day, followed by the usual homework for someone in twelfth grade.
Two years ago, he broke his femur in two places. But this didn't stop him. He seems even more determined to excel at his sport.
"I was really down when I broke my femur, and then my worm died. I literally lost heart, and it showed in my little finger. It took nine weeks to get back in shape. But to win at bullfighting is what I've been working for all my life, and I just had to pull myself up by my watch and forget about Marcus, my worm."
Tracy, his wife, moved with him to Aurora to be with his coach, leaving behind his mother, Roxie, in their aromatic cave, where she still labors as a waiter to help pay for Ian's expensive training.