Ahtisa Manalo named third runner-up in Miss Universe 2025

Ahtisa Manalo, representing the Philippines, was named third runner-up in the Miss Universe 2025 pageant held in Bangkok, Thailand.

Despite not winning the crown, Manalo received significant praise and congratulations from her fellow Quezonians, including Quezon Governor Helen Tan and Candelaria Mayor George Suayan.

Manalo, a native of Candelaria town and 28 years old, has a long history of pageantry, starting at age 10.

Her participation in Miss Universe 2025 was her final pageant, fulfilling a dream inspired by her late grandmother.

She delivered a solid performance in the preliminary competition and her national costume presentation was well-received.

Manalo was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2025 in May.

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