Philippines' Blessa Ericha Figueroa finishes 3rd Runner-Up in Miss Asia Pacific International 2024

Philippine bet Blessa Ericha Figueroa finished as the 3rd Runner-Up in the Miss Asia Pacific International 2024 coronation night on Tuesday.

The crown went to USA's Janelis Leyba.

Leyba was crowned by her predecessor, Spain's Chaiyenne Huisman, at the Newport Performing Arts Theater in Pasay City on Monday.

Mexico's Karen Sofia Nuñez was named 1st Runner-Up; Belgium's Selena Ali was 2nd Runner-Up; and Germany's Jennifer Prokop was 4th Runner-Up.

During the program, Blessa wore a purple two-piece for the swimsuit portion, and a bold red gown for the evening gown segment.

She advanced to the question and answer portion, and gave her younger self an encouraging message.

"I'm grateful to be here, representing the Philippines in an international stage," she said.

Miss Asia Pacific International has just returned after a five-year hiatus, the last edition being 2019's pageant, which Huisman won.

—JCB, GMA Integrated News