Eric Clapton forced to end show after being struck by object during gig
The singer was forced to end his gig following the incident
www.gbnews.comHere are the latest reports: Eric Clapton ended a Madrid concert on May 7, 2026, after being struck by an object thrown from the audience; he did not return for an encore. Several outlets are carrying similar accounts and videos of the moment show Clapton being hit and leaving the stage.[3][5][7]
Key points you might want:
- Location and date: Movistar Arena, Madrid, May 7, 2026.[7][3]
- Incident: An object hit Clapton in the chest/stomach as he was exiting, leading to the show being halted.[5][3]
- Outcome: Clapton did not return for an encore; no official statement on motive or injuries has been widely published yet.[3][5]
If you’d like, I can pull together a quick roundup from multiple outlets with links and timestamps, or look for follow-up statements from Clapton’s team or the venue. Would you like me to do that?[5][7][3]