Tharina Botes, representing Bangkok, has been crowned Miss Universe Thailand 2026 in a national pageant held at MGI Hall on Sunday. Botes secured her victory through a combination of judges’ scores and public voting. Her win grants her the opportunity to represent Thailand on the international stage. She will compete at the 75th Miss Universe pageant, which will be hosted in Puerto Rico later this year. The competition was fierce, but Botes ultimately captivated the judges and the audience. This victory marks a significant moment in her career and for Thailand’s presence in the Miss Universe competition. Further details about the event and other contestants were originally reported by Khaosod English.