Princess Leonor in military uniform and a hat with an insignia, alongside two red exclamation marks.
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Sources close to the royal house delight us by confirming news about Princess Leonor

Sources close to the Royal House have delighted everyone by confirming the big news about Princess Leonor in Elcano

The Spanish Navy's training ship Juan Sebastián de Elcano arrived in Santo Domingo this Monday. On board is the Princess of Asturias, Leonor de Borbón. The heir to the throne has been an active part of the XCVII training cruise and has docked in the Dominican capital, where she will remain until Saturday.

Minutes before 10:00 a.m. local time, the ship docked at Punta Torrecilla pier. On deck, all the midshipmen saluted, with Princess Leonor among them, but she did not salute like her companions. According to sources close to the Royal Household, she was fulfilling specific navigation duties.

Close-up of Leonor de Borbón smiling outdoors with a background of blue sky and vertical structures.
Leonor didn't salute alongside her crew because she had other duties aboard Elcano | Europa Press

The princess took the voice on the bridge during the arrival maneuver and served as officer of the watch on the bridge. Under supervision, she gave the helm and engine orders. Her companions supported her with technical data and used equipment such as gyro repeaters, radar, and electronic navigation systems.

Everyone is pleased with the information that sources close to the Royal Household have given about Princess Leonor

The arrival was full of symbolism and honor salutes were exchanged. The Dominican Navy band and the ship's musical unit played pieces from both countries. Then the national anthems of Spain and the Dominican Republic were sung.

A group of people dressed in white navy uniforms are lined up during an outdoor ceremony.
Leonor and some of her classmates were responsible for the docking of Elcano | Europa Press

Sources close to the Royal Household have highlighted Leonor's involvement in navigation, and her group has been directly responsible for the docking. The group has shown control, preparation, and commitment. The princess has taken on her role with professionalism and has fulfilled her task with efficiency and discipline.

This appearance has been another demonstration of Leonor's progress in her military training and has surprised many with her poise and seriousness. Her role has not been symbolic but fully operational. The Royal Household has expressed its satisfaction with the heir's progress.

Leonor is progressing in her duties according to sources close to the Royal Household

Monarchy followers have received the news with enthusiasm because Leonor's dedication has been especially valued. She has reinforced her image as a future head of state. She has made it clear that she takes her institutional and training commitments seriously.

A person dressed in a naval uniform holding a flag with red and yellow colors.
Everyone is happy about Leonor's progress within Elcano | Europapress

The stay in Santo Domingo will continue in the coming days, and more naval and protocol activities are expected. The princess will continue immersed in her training. She has shown that she is ready to represent Spain with honor.

This stage on the Juan Sebastián de Elcano has marked a turning point in her training. It has been a historic moment for the Crown. The news has been received with pride in Spain.

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