Puksaan 2026
The “most likely” contenders to place from MUPh 2026 lineup By Earl D.C. Bracamonte Returnees and crossover queens, as well as newcomers, will fight tooth and nail in the forthcoming Miss Universe Philippines 2026. Touted as another tight race, this “sagupaan” edition has supporters’ heads reeling with excitement. This early, a few standouts have been named as frontrunners and dark horses. They are: Bea Millan Windorski (La Union) – Crowned Miss Earth Water 2024 representing the USA, she’s now focusing her sights on the national Universe title. Bella Ysmael (Taguig) – A near-winner in 2020, she had a Top 2 moment with Rabiya Mateo during the maiden edition of Miss Universe Philippines. Observers say she’s back for what she aimed for the last time. Roxie Baeyens (Baguio) – Dabbling on the entertainment scene after crowned Miss Earth Water 2020, she represented Baguio and then the country during the pageant’s first online competition due to the global pandemic. Ashley Subijano Monte...
