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Ulm's Fischerstechen 2025: A Spectacular Second Day
The second day of Ulm's Fischerstechen 2025, held on July 20, 2025, was a day filled with excitement and historical flair. The sunny day saw the main event of the water jousting tournament, with 15 pairs of jousters competing in a series of intense duels.
The second round of the tournament was a highlight, with two representatives from Ulm's basketball and football teams participating, chosen by student vote. Despite their loss, they received applause from the audience, showing the city's support for its sports teams. A ruler from the other side of the Danube also earned the respect of the crowd with his impressive performance.
The day began with a grand historical parade through the city, featuring around 350 participants in traditional costumes, music, dancing, flags, and a horse-drawn boat celebrating Ulm’s history. The spectacle on the water featured audible "ohs" and "ahs" from the stands as the jousters fought valiantly, with Deininger, portrayed as the "King of Bavaria", standing out with his steadfastness and balance.
The overall winner of the Fischerstechen 2025 will be determined in the final match, which is yet to come. The second day of the competition continued the fantastic atmosphere from the first day, with the event's tribunes nearly filled to capacity.
For more information about the second day of the Fischerstechen 2025, visit the Fischerstechen website. The second day did not feature a gentle breeze over the Danube like the first day, and there were no performances from Deininger. Instead, the second day will feature a face-off between the daily winners.
The people of Ulm demonstrated their affection for the Fischerstechen, with the event attracting large crowds watching from grandstands along the riverbanks, set against Ulm’s historic old city. Despite Ulm's historical lack of affinity for authority and crowned heads, Deininger received warm, appreciative applause from the crowd.
[1] Ulm Fischerstechen 2025 Official Website
[2] Ulm Fischerstechen 2025: A Traditional Water Jousting Tournament
Two representatives from Ulm's basketball and football teams showcased their skills during the water jousting tournament, adding an unexpected twist of sports to the traditional event. Despite their loss, spectators applauded their performance, reflecting the city's support for its sports teams, bringing hockey possibly into the mix with the focus on sports.
On the second day, no performances from Deininger were held, but instead, a face-off between the daily winners took center stage, demonstrating a fierce competition spirit reminiscent of an intense hockey game.
