Opal Suchata Chuangsri becomes Thailand’s first Miss World
Opal Suchata Chuangsri made history on Saturday, May 31, by becoming the first Thai woman to win the Miss World title.
The 22-year-old was crowned at the 72nd edition of the international beauty pageant, held in Hyderabad, India.
Chuangsri emerged queen—competing as part of 108 contestants from across the globe.
"This moment is not just a personal victory; it is a shared dream of every young girl who wants to be seen, heard and to create change. I am honoured to represent this legacy and use my time as Miss World to make a real difference," she said in her first official address as Miss World.
A native of Phuket province, Chuangsri is currently pursuing a degree in international relations at Thammasat University in Bangkok and is fluent in Chinese, English, and Thai.
Chuangsri is the founder of “Opal for Her,” an initiative dedicated to supporting women battling breast cancer. She received the crown from the outgoing Miss World, Krystyna Pyszková of the Czech Republic.
The runners-up included Hasset Dereje of Ethiopia (1st runner-up and Miss World Africa), Maja Klajda of Poland (2nd runner-up and Miss World Europe), and Aurélie Joachim of Martinique (3rd runner-up and Miss World Caribbean).
Other continental titles were awarded to Krishnah Marie Gravidez of the Philippines (Miss World Asia), Jessica Pedroso of Brazil (Miss World Americas), and Jasmine Stringer of Australia (Miss World Oceania).
