Each bull is let into the plaza, for what is called the first third. This is done draw out the bull's tremendous strength to tire it. At this time the protagonist joins his assistant in the arena. This is the time when the protagonist and the bull are alone, while the assistants watch ready to come out in case of an accident. May be even carried around the plaza.
Some people say so.
Not all of the Spaniards are into this, in fact some are very much against it. There are as many opinions about bull fighting as there are Spaniards. Nevertheless, the bull does not go to waste. Its meat will be sold in the local markets later on, just like any other steak. One thing for certain, bullfighting is a dance with death.