EntertainmentAugust 24, 2026
Tharina Botes Crowned Miss Universe Thailand 2026
Bangkok representative Tharina Botes was crowned Miss Universe Thailand 2026 on August 23 after impressing in the final question-and-answer round. She will now enter intensive training before representing Thailand at the upcoming Miss Universe pageant. Contestants from Phuket and Udon Thani finished as first and second runners-up, respectively, nationally.
Botes will represent Thailand on one of the world’s most prominent international pageant stages, carrying the country’s hopes of securing another major global beauty title.
Botes will undergo preparation in areas including stage presence, communication, styling and international competition strategy before representing Thailand at Miss Universe.
August 23, 2026:
Tharina Botes, representing Bangkok, wins Miss Universe Thailand 2026.
Final results:
Phuket’s Suttida Iadpoo finishes first runner-up, while Udon Thani’s Helena Sarakan takes second runner-up.
Next stage:
Botes begins intensive training for the upcoming Miss Universe competition.
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