Felipe VI photographed in swimsuit during Mallorca sailing trip

Felipe VI has been photographed in a swimsuit for the first time, during a private sailing trip with friends off Mallorca on 9 August. The images, published by the Spanish magazine Diez Minutos, show the King relaxing aboard a yacht, swimming, and toasting with champagne to celebrate the recovery of his close friend, singer-songwriter Jaime Anglada. Source: El Mundo Source: Infobae

The outing

The King began his private holidays after presiding over the Copa del Rey MAPFRE sailing awards, where his boat, the Hispania, placed second. Source: El Confidencial The group enjoyed several swims, a light meal, and a champagne toast for Anglada, who suffered a serious accident a year ago. Source: El Mundo Anglada, 53, was hit by a car while riding his motorcycle in Palma on 8 August 2025; the driver, who fled, was later arrested. Anglada spent 18 days in intensive care and underwent multiple surgeries. Source: Infobae

The swimsuit

The King's swimsuit, a blue and burgundy paisley print from Spanish brand Kiff Kiff, has drawn attention. Priced at 45–46 euros, it is available at El Corte Inglés. Source: La Vanguardia Source: El Confidencial This is reportedly the first time a reigning European monarch has been photographed in a swimsuit during a private holiday; the only previous example was Juan Carlos I. Source: La Vanguardia

Context

Felipe VI extended his stay in Palma to spend more time with his mother, Queen Sofía, and is expected to reunite with Queen Letizia and his daughters in the coming days. Source: El Mundo The King also stayed to observe a solar eclipse on 12 August, an interest he shares with his family. Source: El Confidencial