The atmosphere in Sanxenxo has been marked by calm and a passion for sailing over the past few days. Between regattas and family gatherings, the Galician town has been the setting for various activities related to the Royal Family.
Family ties, always under public scrutiny, seem to be experiencing moments of special attention after this recent visit. The shared activities show moments of closeness, but they also highlight notable absences. These absences have caused much speculation about personal relationships within the family.
A weekend of sailing and close company
During his stay, the emeritus king supported the crew in the Hotel Carlos I Silgar Regatta, although he didn't take the helm. Juan Carlos I preferred to follow the competition from a motorboat, showing his passion for nautical sports and his support for the crew.
Infanta Elena visited her father on Saturday, and together they enjoyed sailing despite the adverse conditions. Although the bad weather shortened the day, they made the most of the time they could share. The complicity between them was evident, showing a strong and relaxed bond.
After next weekend, the emeritus king prepared to return to Abu Dhabi, putting an end to his visit to Spain. However, not all the desired family gatherings took place during his stay.
The absence that generates speculation
Minutes after Princess Leonor completed her military training and docked at the port of Marín, the emeritus king headed directly to the airport to board his private flight. The distance between the two points is minimal, just half an hour by car (30 min), but the reunion that many expected didn't happen.
The princess was finishing an important stage as a midshipman aboard the Juan Sebastián Elcano, a reason enough for a meeting with her grandfather. However, the emeritus's absence on such a significant occasion hasn't gone unnoticed. This gesture has caused discomfort for Queen Letizia, who has shown her evident unease with the situation.
The distance between the emeritus king and Infantas Leonor and Sofía
Over the weekend, King Juan Carlos showed a close and visible relationship with Infanta Elena. However, the lack of contact with Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía drew attention. This absence seems to reveal a distance that goes beyond the geographical.
The distance between King Juan Carlos and Infantas Leonor and Sofía has caused discomfort in the Royal Household. This lack of contact affects the family's public image and, in addition, has provoked internal tensions that worry several members. Queen Letizia is especially upset by this situation, since for her, keeping family unity is essential in delicate moments.
For Letizia, this estrangement is a family and protocol problem that makes family harmony difficult. In her close circle, people speak of the urgent need to improve communication. For the monarchs, taking care of the Royal Household's image is key, especially after the visible distance between Juan Carlos and Leonor and Sofía.