Eric Clapton ends gig early after being hit by object thrown from crowd
Slowhand didn't come out for an expected encore after he was struck in the chest by what appeared to be a vinyl record
www.guitarworld.comHere’s the latest I can share based on recent reports:
- Eric Clapton ended a Madrid concert early after being hit in the chest by an object thrown from the audience, with multiple outlets confirming the incident and noting he did not return for an encore.[1][2][3][4][5]
- The object appeared to be a vinyl record or record sleeve, and witnesses filmed the moment as Clapton walked off the stage, later performing Madrid’s subsequent show as scheduled for Barcelona on another date.[3][7][8]
- Coverage from various outlets emphasizes that Clapton was not severely injured and the show simply concluded earlier than planned; reactions online were largely critical of the act, while the artist resumed his tour in subsequent concerts.[5][6][9]
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