A cow that escaped during a bullfight event in Masbate stole the spotlight and went viral after it went straight to sea and reportedly swam nearly two kilometers.

The incident happened during the Juego de Toro, one of the main attractions of the Bagat Dagat Festival 2025 held at the Masbate Lagoon.

The event, usually part of the Rodeo Festival, featured participants from Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Offices (DRRMO) across the Bicol Region.

According to Jan Manuel B. Mauleon, the uploader on Facebook (JM Nga Vlogs), the cow broke free from its pen while the event was in full swing and headed straight for the water.

Video shows several men trying to catch the cow while it was running away.

The moment was captured on video and has since gained over 1.3 million views online.

Authorities quickly rescued the animal, which was returned to shore safely.