Spain

Rare appearance for Spain's Queen Sofia on big night in royal calendar

Queen Sofia of Spain made a rare public appearance as she joined King Felipe at one of the most important events in the royal calendar. Every year, for decades, Spain’s royals have welcomed people to a glittering reception at their summer home, Marivent, on the island of Mallorca. This year, for the first time, Princess Leonor, 19, and her 18 year old sister, Infanta Sofia, joined the…
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King Felipe of Spain shares behind the scenes snapshot of royals ahead of Wimbledon final

King Felipe of Spain travelled to Wimbledon to cheer on Carlos Alcarez in the Men’s Singles Final and gave us a behind the scenes glimpse of life in the royal box. The Spanish king caught up with the Prince and Princess of Wales who were also there. Kate is the patron of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club and presents the trophies. The Prince and Princess of Wales along with…
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Spain

King Felipe honours Rafael Nadal with a noble title

Over the last year, we have seen many royals celebrating their nation’s athletes following the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris. This week, King Felipe of Spain celebrated the career and legacy of one of his country’s most prolific athletes, Rafael Nadal.  It’s just been announced that Nadal has been given an aristocratic title. The King of Spain has given him the title of…
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Pope Leo calls for peace and unity at inauguration mass attended by royalty in St. Peter's Square

The Inauguration Mass for Pope Leo XIV has been held in St. Peter’s Square with tens of thousands gathered to see the first American Pope. Several royal families were represented at the service in which the Pope was presented with the Fisherman’s Ring, a symbol of his Pontificate. Pope Leo gave a short sermon in which he called for unity and peace and promised he would not…
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