Two smiling women, Queen Sofía and Infanta Cristina, in the foreground with a French flag waving in the background.
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France reveals the most controversial fact about Infanta Cristina and Queen Sofía

The press in France hasn't hesitated to publicly expose one of the toughest episodes in both of their lives

Infanta Cristina and Queen Sofía are once again at the center of media attention. This time, it is not because of something the Royal Family is celebrating, but because of a very painful fact that has come to light. The French press, specifically the royal expert Héloïsse Broseta, has uncovered one of the most difficult and hidden episodes of their lives.

In an article, she delves into the most personal aspects of Infanta Cristina's life. Specifically, she has provided information about her birth that has deeply affected both her and her mother, Queen Sofía. This way, she has made it clear that not everything in the monarchy is as idyllic as one might think.

Close-up of Infanta Cristina with a surprised or astonished expression.
The harsh reality of Infanta Cristina's life has been thoroughly analyzed in France | Europa Press

The painful birth of Infanta Cristina: a problem for Queen Sofía

Infanta Cristina has been in the news these days because, apparently, she has gotten closer to Queen Letizia. Now she is in the spotlight for another reason. Specifically, because the French press has uncovered one of the most painful things in her life, which also affects Queen Sofía.

Royal expert Héloïsse Broseta is the one who, in Paris Match, has published an article that features Urdangarin's ex-wife as the main character. In it, she has brought to light something very complicated that may have shaped both her life and Queen Sofía's. Specifically, she has revealed that Cristina's birth was a great disappointment: "It was not what her parents desired."

After Infanta Elena, the royals had high hopes of having a son, but instead Cristina was born. This circumstance was a hard blow for the infanta's parents, since it did not align with the dynastic wishes of the monarchy.

Although she was a desired and loved baby, the fact that she was not the son they longed for was a great disappointment for them. "The restoration of the Spanish monarchy depended largely on the couple's ability to produce an heir." Although Infanta Cristina was very loved by her parents, the lack of a male heir put her in a complicated position within the Royal Family.

Moreover, Queen Sofía, with the birth of her second daughter, also found herself in the spotlight. At that time, doubts arose as to whether she would be able to give the country a son.

Infanta Cristina smiling with loose blonde hair, wearing a dark coat, in an out-of-focus urban setting.
The birth of Infanta Cristina caused disappointment in her family | Europa Press

The arrival of Felipe, Prince of Asturias, years later, marked another setback for the infanta, as she moved to the last position in the line of succession to the throne. According to Broseta, this made her feel that her place in the clan was less important. This fact would have caused her a deep sense of being condemned to always remain in the shadows.

More problems in Infanta Cristina's life

The following years were not any easier for Infanta Cristina. First, she became embroiled in the Nóos scandal, a notorious corruption case.

Broseta points out that the accusations about her involvement in her husband Iñaki Urdangarin's business "would stain her image forever." Although she always defended her innocence and her lack of knowledge about his activities, nothing was ever the same again.

It should be remembered that she was stripped of the duchy that had been granted to her upon marriage. As if that were not enough, she was left out of the official agenda of the Crown.

The impact of the Nóos case affected not only Cristina, but also her mother, Queen Sofía. The Spanish monarchy came under a microscope, and the infanta had to deal with the pain of seeing her private life become a public matter.

Infanta Cristina and Iñaki Urdangarín, in an archive image, walking together outdoors with an elderly person in the background in an urban setting.
The Nóos case blew up his personal life and his image | Europa Press

In addition, the article recalls another factor that made the infanta's life even more difficult: the infidelities of her then-husband, Iñaki Urdangarin. His multiple betrayals shattered their relationship and marked a new setback in her personal life. With him, the solid family she had built with the love of her life and her children fell apart.

Héloïsse Broseta's painful account highlights Infanta Cristina's problems. It also shows the complicated legacy that she and Queen Sofía have had to carry over the years. Although they are women of great intelligence and sensitivity, they have had to face emotional challenges that have deeply marked them.

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