Queen Mathilde of Belgium showed her fun-loving nature during a visit to a boarding school.

The 44-year-old royal challenged pupils to a game of tale tennis while at Pensionnat Jules Lejeune in Wezembeek-Oppem on Tuesday.

She kept a smile on her face as she took part in the activity, although her level of focus suggested that she definitely wanted to win.

Competitive spirit: Queen Mathilde of Belgium, 44, visited a boarding school on Thursday

Stylish: The royal opted for a forest green dress and accessorised with flower brooches

Excited pupils and staff stood by to watch the game, smiling as Mathilde showed off her skills.

The Queen looked smart for the occasion, opting for a stylish forest green dress with capped sleeves. She nipped in her waist with a thin putty-coloured belt.

Making a statement, Mathilde accessorised with three flower brooches and matching gold leaf earrings.

She continued the colour theme with her watch and bracelet.

The Belgian royal wore her blonde bobbed hair in a soft side-parting and kept her make-up look natural.

Natural beauty: Mathilde kept her hair in a soft side parting and wore minimal make-up

Eye on the prize: She appeared in good spirits but also looked determined to win the match

The visit comes days after she joined husband King King Philippe, 57, for a number of appearances in Flemish Brabant.

The royal couple wrapped up against the cold as they visited a sustainable farm, a video company and took part in a round table discussion on radicalism.

Despite their packed schedule, the royal couple remained in good spirits as they greeted well-wishers at every stop.