The arrival of Ahtisa Manalo in the Philippines has been postponed to a different date, as announced by the Miss Universe Philippines (MUPh) organization.
Manalo, who was supposed to return to the Philippines on Sunday, November 23, will be coming home on a different date due to “recent adjustments.” It remains unknown what kind of adjustments the organization is referring to.
“In light of some recent adjustments, the arrival of our very own Miss Universe 2025 Third Runner-Up, Ahtisa Manalo, has been moved, time and date to be announced soon,” MUPh’s post read.
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The national pageant nonetheless thanked Manalo’s fans for their “unwavering support and support” despite the sudden changes.
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“We thank everyone for their unwavering support and understanding. As we await our queen’s return, let us continue to celebrate her remarkable achievement and the pride she brings to the Philippines,” it said.
Meanwhile, Manalo said in a series of posts that the Miss Universe 2025 stage is the culmination of her 18-year pageant career. She also spoke of her friendship with Panama’s Mirna Caballini and Pakistan’s Roma Riaz, calling them her “greatest gifts” in her journey in the global tilt.
“After 18 years, I have finally arrived at my ultimate destination that is to represent the Philippines in the Miss Universe stage. My pageant journey may end, but the work continues. Let’s continue fighting for what we want — a better Philippines and a better universe,” she said in the caption of one of her posts.
Despite not clinching the Miss Universe crown, Manalo was able to restore the Philippines to its Top 5 placement after a four-year hiatus. She also bagged third place in the pageant’s “Beyond The Crown” competition.
The pageant veteran also competed at the Miss International 2018 and Miss Cosmo 2024 tilts before the global tilt. /edv
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