Crown Prince Christian of Denmark looked like a king in the making today as he joined thousand of Danes for the Royal Run in Fredericia before heading taking pictures with well wishers and even abseiling.
The royal, 18, who has been dubbed the the most eligible bachelor in Europe, opted for athletic gear as he ran a mile, did an obstacle course and met with members of the public today.
The Royal Run takes place every spring in Denmark and has always been fronted by King Frederik. He and his wife Queen Mary always take part along with other participants.
King Frederik looked ready for action as he kicked off the annual Royal Run in the town of Fredericia.
The royal, 55, looked sporty in a purple shirt, shorts and trainers while blowing an air horn to signal the beginning of the race.
Crown Prince Christian of Denmark looked like a king in the making today as he joined thousand of Danes for the Royal Run in Fredericia before heading taking pictures with well wishers and even abseiling
![The 18-year-old future king looked delighted to snap a selfie with some young fans](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/15/85105467-13437989-image-a-14_1716214777642.jpg)
The 18-year-old future king looked delighted to snap a selfie with some young fans
![Christian picture being lowered from a tower before he runs one mile as part of the Royal Run today](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/13/85098707-13437989-image-a-16_1716206614051.jpg)
Christian picture being lowered from a tower before he runs one mile as part of the Royal Run today
![Christian climbed up a obstacle course before enjoying the royal run](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/15/85105329-13437989-image-a-12_1716214717184.jpg)
Christian climbed up a obstacle course before enjoying the royal run
![Showing his sporting prowess by chucking a frisbee before going on the one mile run](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/15/85105333-13437989-image-a-11_1716214711367.jpg)
Showing his sporting prowess by chucking a frisbee before going on the one mile run
![Prince Christian (C-R) is lowered 12 meters down from a tower before running the One Mile during the Royal Run event in Broenderslev](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/15/85105345-13437989-image-a-15_1716215000309.jpg)
Prince Christian (C-R) is lowered 12 meters down from a tower before running the One Mile during the Royal Run event in Broenderslev
The monarch appeared to be in high spirits as he chatted with wellwishers at the starting line, high-fived spectators and gave interviews to press.
He was also pictured posing with a large compass before the event, soaking in the sunny day.
Participants can choose the route they take – which ranges from 5km to one mile – and can choose to run or walk.
The run, which has been going on since 2018, has seen a record number of participants signing up this year.
Taking to social media, the King today wrote of his enthusiasm for the event.
‘In a moment I will start a fantastic Royal Run-day in Fredericia,’ he said on Instagram.
‘I’ve been looking forward to it a lot, and again this year the support is incredibly nice from all sides.
‘With over 95,000 registered we have set a record at this year’s race. My family and I are looking forward to meeting you in Fredericia, Aarhus, Brønderslev, Kalundborg and Copenhagen/Frederiksberg. Happy Royal Run Day.’
Meanwhile, his son Crown Prince Christian also made a post saying: ‘I have made the trip to North Jutland and am looking forward to running the One-mile at this year’s Royal Run in Brønderslev.’
He was also pictured soaking in the excited atmosphere as he ran amid the crowds in Broenderslev.
It comes as royal watchers around Europe have noted Frederik and Mary’s frosty demeanours in relation to each other following rumours of an ‘affair’ last year.
![King Frederik X of Denmark looked ready for action as he kicked off the annual Royal Run in the town of Fredericia today](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/11/85094247-13437989-King_Frederik_X_of_Denmark_looked_ready_for_action_as_he_kicked_-a-17_1716200735988.jpg)
King Frederik X of Denmark looked ready for action as he kicked off the annual Royal Run in the town of Fredericia today
![The monarch appeared to be in high spirits as he chatted with wellwishers at the starting line, high-fived spectators and gave interviews to press](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/11/85094245-13437989-The_monarch_appeared_to_be_in_high_spirits_as_he_chatted_with_we-a-16_1716200731072.jpg)
The monarch appeared to be in high spirits as he chatted with wellwishers at the starting line, high-fived spectators and gave interviews to press
![He was also pictured soaking in the excited atmosphere as he ran amid the crowds in Broenderslev](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/13/85098721-13437989-image-a-8_1716206520598.jpg)
He was also pictured soaking in the excited atmosphere as he ran amid the crowds in Broenderslev
![Denmark's Crown Prince Christian pictured taking part in the one mile run in Broenderslev today](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/13/85098715-13437989-image-a-10_1716206535013.jpg)
Denmark’s Crown Prince Christian pictured taking part in the one mile run in Broenderslev today
![Frederik blew an air horn](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/11/85094253-13437989-Frederik_blew_an_air_horn-a-14_1716200722692.jpg)
![The King donned athletic attire](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/11/85094249-13437989-The_King_donned_athletic_attire-a-15_1716200726894.jpg)
The royal, 55, looked sporty in a purple shirt, shorts and trainers while blowing an air horn to signal the beginning of the race
![Participants can choose the route they take - which ranges from 5km to one mile - and can choose to run or walk](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/11/85094243-13437989-Participants_can_choose_the_route_they_take_which_ranges_from_5k-a-13_1716200718453.jpg)
Participants can choose the route they take – which ranges from 5km to one mile – and can choose to run or walk
![The run, which has been going on since 2018, has seen a record number of participants signing up this year](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/11/85094241-13437989-The_run_which_has_been_going_on_since_2018_has_seen_a_record_num-a-12_1716200713383.jpg)
The run, which has been going on since 2018, has seen a record number of participants signing up this year
![Christian , pictured, appeared to be in high spirits as he took part in the annual Danish 'Royal Run' today](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/13/85098719-13437989-image-a-11_1716206590566.jpg)
Christian , pictured, appeared to be in high spirits as he took part in the annual Danish ‘Royal Run’ today
![The young royal waved at crowds of spectators as he kicked off the run, taking place in towns across the country today](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/13/85098717-13437989-The_young_royal_waved_at_crowds_of_spectators_a-m-22_1716206859821.jpg)
The young royal waved at crowds of spectators as he kicked off the run, taking place in towns across the country today
![Much like his father, the Crown Prince blew an air horn during the race as he began his run today](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/13/85098713-13437989-image-a-13_1716206594943.jpg)
Much like his father, the Crown Prince blew an air horn during the race as he began his run today
![The young prince grinned as he knelt down and posed for selfies with children at the event today](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/13/85098711-13437989-image-a-15_1716206612251.jpg)
The young prince grinned as he knelt down and posed for selfies with children at the event today
![During parts of the event, Prince Christian was also seen climbing up obstacles with a helmet on](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/13/85098697-13437989-image-a-21_1716206631495.jpg)
During parts of the event, Prince Christian was also seen climbing up obstacles with a helmet on
![The prince looked ready for action in a purple shirt, red shorts and sporty trainers for today's event](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/13/85098705-13437989-image-a-17_1716206616210.jpg)
The prince looked ready for action in a purple shirt, red shorts and sporty trainers for today’s event
![The prince was all smiles as he enthusiastically took part in the Royal Run - which happens in Denmark annually](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/13/85098701-13437989-image-a-19_1716206621484.jpg)
The prince was all smiles as he enthusiastically took part in the Royal Run – which happens in Denmark annually
![The prince grinned as he ran during the event, which has taken place in Denmark every year since 2018](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/13/85098703-13437989-image-a-18_1716206618882.jpg)
The prince grinned as he ran during the event, which has taken place in Denmark every year since 2018
![Pictured: Denmark's Crown Prince Christian hands out medals during the Royal Run in Broenderslev](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2024/05/20/13/85098699-13437989-image-a-20_1716206625765.jpg)
Pictured: Denmark’s Crown Prince Christian hands out medals during the Royal Run in Broenderslev
However, the people of Denmark have ‘forgotten’ the King’s night out in Madrid with Genoveva Casanova in November, a royal expert has revealed.
Kenth Madsen, a royal journalist and expert based in Denmark, last week told FEMAIL there are ‘other big things taking over’ in the Scandinavian nation as the public, who appear to be in strong support of the King and Queen, focus on other royal activities rather than the rumours of an affair between the father-of-four and the Mexican socialite (which she denied).
As for the night out, Kenth said there is ‘no word about Madrid’ in Denmark.
Kenth revealed the royal family in Denmark is gearing up for positive events in the wake of the rumours of an affair – including today’s Royal Run.
Such events also include the state visits to Sweden and Norway and Frederik’s birthday on May 26 for which an enormous parade has been organised.
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