Montage with Felipe VI looking up, Letizia smiling and Juan Carlos I with a neutral face
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U-turn With the Message Juan Carlos I Has Sent to Felipe and Letizia

The emeritus has informed the kings of his new visit to Sanxenxo, breaking the uncertainty about his return to Spain.

The Return of Juan Carlos I to Spain Is Once Again at the Center of Current Events. According to El Debate, the emeritus monarch has sent a message to his son, KingFelipe VI, and Queen Letizia informing them of his upcoming visit to Sanxenxo. This move represents an unexpected twist in the media narrative surrounding his sporadic trips to the country.

The former head of state, who established his residence in Abu Dhabi in 2020, has maintained a low profile during his visits to Spain. However, each of his trips generates a media frenzy that challenges the Royal Household. Now, with his trip scheduled for mid-March, his return is once again a topic of debate.

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Juan Carlos I surprises with his message to Felipe and Letizia | X

U-turn with the Message Juan Carlos I Sent to Felipe and Letizia

The beginning of 2024 has been marked by an intense travel schedule for Juan Carlos I. In January, his presence in Lisbon at the funeral of Aga Khan, a childhood friend, showed him visibly moved.

Weeks later, his trip to London put him back in the spotlight, especially after news of his private meeting with Charles III. According to Fiesta, they shared a dinner at a club in the British capital, where they discussed personal matters and their respective health conditions.

These trips reflect the emeritus's intense social activity. Despite the discretion he tries to maintain, he can't avoid his movements being the focus of attention. Now, his visit to Sanxenxo represents a new chapter in his relationship with Spain and the monarchy.

Photo of King Juan Carlos I boarding a boat in the marina of Sanxenxo, Galicia.
Sanxenxo will once again be Juan Carlos I's sports refuge in Spain | Europa Press

Juan Carlos I has made Sanxenxo his reference point in Spain. Since his first visit after his voluntary exile, the Galician town has been his favorite destination, especially due to his passion for sailing. His arrival is expected at Vigo-Peinador airport, where his friend Pedro Campos, president of the Real Club Náutico de Sanxenxo, will pick him up to take him to his residence.

The purpose of his stay is clear: to participate in the regattas of the VII Spanish Six-Meter League, a competition he has taken part in on previous occasions. In Pontevedra waters, the emeritus will once again board a sailboat, reaffirming his commitment to nautical sports and reconnecting with friends.

The Consequences of His Return for Felipe and Letizia

One of the most striking aspects of this visit is the message Juan Carlos I has sent to Felipe and Letizia. Although the exact content of the communication is unknown, close sources suggest that the emeritus wanted to personally inform them of his trip, thus showing an attitude of transparency and respect.

Nevertheless, each appearance of Juan Carlos I in Spain rekindles the debate about his role in the monarchy and his relationship with Felipe VI. While more conservative sectors see him as a historical figure with the right to return to his country, others criticize his presence and demand explanations about the circumstances of his self-imposed exile.

Felipe with a red tie and Letizia dressed in black serious looking to the side
The impact of the emeritus's return for Felipe and Letizia | Europa Press

Meanwhile, the Royal Household's strategy has been clear. Felipe and Letizia have distanced themselves from the emeritus to prevent his appearances from interfering with the image of renewal they have tried to build. However, the media impact of Juan Carlos I remains undeniable, and each return to Spain generates headlines and reactions across all sectors.

Despite the private and sporting nature of the trip, media attention is guaranteed. The presence of Juan Carlos I in Sanxenxo, his contact with his close circle, and any gesture he makes will be scrutinized. The big question is whether this return will bring a new turning point in his relationship with Felipe and Letizia.

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