Being part of royalty entails the responsibility of attending numerous official events, where protocol plays a fundamental role.
However, on occasion, unforeseen situations can arise that break with the established rules. This was what happened to Princess Leonor during her most recent official engagement, which took place as part of National Day.
Last weekend, the future queen of Spain participated in one of the most significant events in the royal calendar: the military parade held in honor of Spain’s National Day.
This event, which brings together members of the royal family and various authorities, is a celebration of national identity and unity.
After the parade, the royal family moved to the Royal Palace for a reception attended by hundreds of guests. It was in this context that the princess experienced a moment that was awkward and noteworthy.
Princess Leonor at the Spanish National Day Reception
While greeting the guests, it was observed that some of them, in their eagerness to shake hands with King Felipe and Queen Letizia, apparently overlooked the young heir to the throne, Leonor.
A video captured this tense moment, where the dignitaries approached the parents of the princess but ignored Leonor who was standing next to them with her hand outstretched, waiting for the protocol greeting.
Among the highlights, a woman who initially greeted the Queen continued on her way without addressing Leonor. However, in a show of goodwill, this woman realized her distraction and returned to offer the appropriate greeting.
Despite the awkwardness of the situation, Princess Leonor reacted gracefully, smiling on both occasions when she was omitted from the greeting, thus demonstrating her ability to see the positive side of circumstances.
The celebration of National Day, which takes place every October 12, is a major event in Spain, including a military parade and the participation of the royal family.
This year, adverse weather conditions, with rain, complicated the event a bit, which generated other outstanding moments related to Queen Letizia.
The incident experienced by Princess Leonor is a reminder that, despite the rigidity of royal protocol, humanity and empathy always prevail.
The way she handled the situation with humor and grace reflects not only her character but also the promising future that awaits her as a member of the Spanish royalty.
🔴| Dos personas olvidaron saludar a la princesa Leonor durante la recepción por el Día de la Fiesta Nacional de España. Sin embargo, ella les extendió la mano y les recordó que debían hacerle reverencia pic.twitter.com/m77PLHVCO0
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