King Felipe VI competes in Copa del Rey sailing regatta

King Felipe VI of Spain recently participated in the Copa del Rey MAPFRE sailing competition, securing second place aboard the vessel “Hispania.” Following the regatta, the King spent time in Mallorca with friends, engaging in private leisure activities away from official protocol.

In a related viral moment, journalist Patricia Chinchilla reflected on a spontaneous interaction with the monarch during the 2023 regattas. In the video, which has garnered millions of views, Chinchilla complimented the King, calling him “the most handsome King in all of Europe.” The interaction, characterized by a mix of formal protocol and spontaneous emotion, resurfaced on social media during this year's competition.