A relationship under public scrutiny
The marital relationship between Felipe VI and Queen Letizia has been the subject of constant public attention. Since the revelation of an alleged affair between Letizia and Jaime del Burgo, the Spanish monarchy has been shaken. This crisis has exposed the cracks in the royal couple’s relationship, highlighting the lack of stability and trust since its tumultuous beginnings.
Emotional ups and downs
Since the initial crisis in 2013, attributed to the Nóos case, the relationship between Felipe and Letizia has been an emotional roller coaster. The tensions in Zarzuela have given rise to frequent discussions, some of them quite heated according to internal sources. Although they maintain a visible distance in their individual agendas, the lack of complicity between them is reflected in their public appearances, where any gesture or look is carefully analyzed by the media and specialists in court.
The ritual of Felipe VI
During times of conflict, Felipe has a unique ritual to clear his mind. He heads to a gas station near El Pardo, where he buys chocolate donuts and takes some time to consume them before returning to the Royal Palace. This peculiar ritual brings you some peace amidst the marital turmoil and challenges of public life.
A temporary shelter
The choice of this specific gas station is no coincidence. Located on the outskirts of Madrid, it offers Felipe a space of relative anonymity, away from the royal spotlight. It is a temporary refuge where he can process his emotions without the constant pressure of his position.