They began to charge towards each other. Their lances struck loudly against the shields, but both managed to stay in the saddle. Rodrigo realized from the impact of Don Martín that he was dealing with a very strong opponent. The same scene repeated itself several times until at one point Don Martín broke Rodrigo's lance and threw him from the saddle. The giant warrior wasted no time, dismounted from his horse to finish off the young knight. However, Rodrigo got back on his feet and continued to fight. With broken lances, sweating, the two opponents were now battling on the ground, body to body. The advantage swayed back and forth between them. More aggressive and powerful, Don Martín managed to bring Rodrigo down. And while he prepared to deliver the final blow, he left his chest exposed, and Rodrigo, coolly, raised his sword and as his opponent leaned over him, he plunged it into his neck. The giant stumbled and fell to the ground, which was stained with his blood. The life and deeds of a legendary knight in medieval Spain who inspired respect from both Christians and Muslims.