By Rahim Abdul
Fatima Bosch, a 25-year-old beauty queen from Mexico, has been crowned the winner of the highly competitive international beauty pageant held on the night of November 20, 2025.
Bosch, who first drew attention at the start of November, faced intense scrutiny and criticism from some pageant officials early in the competition. She was even threatened with disqualification alongside any contestant who supported her.
Despite the pressure, Bosch remained calm and confident, showing poise and determination that won over the judges and the public. Her ability to stay composed under pressure quickly became a defining feature of her journey in the contest.
Just a week into the pageant, two senior officials stepped down after admitting irregularities in the organization’s handling of the competition, validating concerns raised about fairness.
This edition of the pageant has been described as one of the most challenging in its history, with a record number of contestants and unprecedented scrutiny from international media.
Bosch’s victory has been celebrated globally, with many praising her courage and resilience in standing up to unjust treatment while maintaining focus on the competition.
Her win has sparked conversations about fairness and transparency in international beauty contests, highlighting the need for reforms in how pageants are managed.
The runners-up also delivered remarkable performances. Praveenar Singh from Thailand claimed second place, Stephany Abasali from Venezuela came third, Ma Ahtisa Manalo from the Philippines finished fourth and Olivia Yace from Ivory Coast secured fifth place.
Bosch herself has credited her family, mentors and supporters for giving her strength to endure the challenges, stating that she hopes her victory inspires others to pursue their dreams despite obstacles.
The pageant has now concluded, leaving behind lessons on integrity, resilience and the importance of upholding fairness in competitions that attract global attention.
