MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ representative to the Miss Globe 2026, Sasha Lacuna, finished in the Top 11 in the pageant held Friday, November 6, at Siam Niramit Phuket in Thailand.
Despite missing the Top 5, Lacuna earned several distinctions throughout the competition, winning the Miss Social Media Award and placing in the Top 12 of the Head-to-Head Challenge, Top 10 in Best in Swimsuit, Top 6 in Best in National Costume, and Top 25 in Best in Talent.
Vietnam's Nguyen Thu Thao was crowned Miss Globe 2026, ending Thailand's bid for back-to-back victories in the international pageant.
Thailand's Suttida Iadpoo was named first runner-up, followed by Ukraine's Maria Zheliaskova as second runner-up, the Netherlands' Sybèl Hoekman as third runner-up, and Argentina's Pilar Macias as fourth runner-up.
Aside from her achievements in the fast-track challenges, Lacuna also showcased Filipino culture through her national costume titled "Ani ng Kasaganaan."
The costume paid tribute to Filipino farmers and recognized their contributions to the country's agricultural sector, highlighting the importance of farming as part of the nation's heritage.
The 23rd edition of The Miss Globe marked the first time the international competition was held in Asia. The event was co-organized with the Miss Grand International (MGI) organization.
