Photos of Madrid’s high heel race where runners braved the heat for Pride Week

MADRID (AP) — Runners sporting heels of at least 15 centimeters (5.9 inches) competed in Madrid’s high heel race during Pride Week. Despite the heat, supporters came out to cheer them, some dressed in drag and fanning themselves to keep cool.

This is a photo gallery curated by AP photo editors.

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