He appears in a wheelchair at an event - Prince Daniel tests PGA Tour wheelchair, sparking curiosity and clarification

Prince Daniel of Sweden recently sparked public concern after a photo showed him in a PGA Tour wheelchair. The image was taken during a visit to Permobil, a company specialising in mobility solutions. The prince was not unwell but testing new assistive technology as part of a wider PGA tour.

The visit to Permobil formed part of a two-day tour across Västernorrland County. The tour aimed to highlight innovation in the region. Alongside the prince, a group of young entrepreneurs and industry leaders from the Royal Swedish Academy of Engineering Sciences (IVA) joined the delegation.

At Permobil, Prince Daniel tried out the latest PGA Tour wheelchair models. Other photos from the event showed him looking energetic and engaged. His decision to use the chair was purely to experience the technology firsthand.

The prince's fitness has long been noted, though he has faced health challenges in the past. In 2009, he underwent a kidney transplant. Despite this, he remains active and involved in public life. During the same tour, a custom bicycle was made for him in Sundsvall, though no manufacturer details were shared.

The PGA Tour wheelchair photo caused a brief stir, but officials clarified it was part of a product demonstration. Prince Daniel's schedule included meetings with innovators and visits to local businesses. The tour underscored his ongoing support for technological advancements in Sweden.