Rabiya Mateo off to US for Miss Universe competition

Rabiya Mateo is off to the United States to compete for the much awaited Miss Universe 2020 pageant.

In a “24 Oras” report on Friday, the Miss Universe Philippines 2020 titleholder could be seen waving the Philippine flag outside the airport.

“Alam ko sa sarili ko na binuhos ko lahat ng lakas ko at pinaghandaan ko talaga ito. Sana in the coming days, maiuwi natin ’yung ikalimang korona para sa bansa,” she said before entering the departure area.

[I know I gave all my strength and I really prepared for this. I hope in the coming days, we can bring home the fifth crown for our country.]

 

 

 

 

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She was accompanied by Miss Universe Philippines creative director Jonas Gaffud.

Rabiya won the Miss Universe Philippines crown in October 2020. She has since been training and attending workshops in preparation for the pageant.

In February, she showcased her signature walk for the competition. Last month, she shot a sizzling pictorial in a latex swimsuit.

The Miss Universe 2020 pageant will be held in Florida on May 16 (May 17 in the Philippines). – Kaela Malig/RC, GMA News