Natalia Garizabal Vera from Colombia won the Top Model of the World 2025 title in Egypt, marking a historic achievement. On June 8, 2026, she crowned Katherine Castaño as her successor, resulting in Colombia's fourth win and the first consecutive victories in the competition's history among 36 contestants.
36 Top Model of the World 2026 candidates competing in Hurgada
Natalia Garizabal Vera from Colombia was crowned Top Model of the World 2025 on May 30, 2026, in Hurghada, Egypt, beating 35 competitors. The runner-up was Lorena Suárez Lara from Cuba. Vera will crown her successor on June 8, 2026, at the same venue, with 36 models participating in the 32nd edition.
13 things about Miss World Thailand 2023 Tharina Botes
Tharina Botes is a Thai-South African model and beauty queen, born on November 17, 1996. She has represented several countries in various pageants, including Miss International and Miss World. Notable achievements include winning Miss Thailand World 2023 and finishing as a runner-up in Miss Universe Thailand 2021. Botes is also a commerce graduate.
13 things about Miss Universe Cote d’Ivoire 2024 Marie-Emmanuelle Diamala
Marie-Emmanuelle Diamala, crowned Miss Côte d'Ivoire 2024, is a beauty queen and advocate for environmental conservation. She represented Côte d'Ivoire at the Miss Universe and MGI All Stars competitions. A finance graduate, she engages in community initiatives, including donation drives, showcasing her commitment to social causes. She turned 22 in 2025.
13 things about Miss Grand International 2025 third runner-up Faith Porter
Faith Maria Porter, a Ghanaian-American beauty queen, has held several titles, including Miss Earth USA Air 2022 and Miss Grand Ghana 2025. She has competed in major pageants like Miss USA and Miss Grand International. A graduate of Pace University, Porter has extensive experience in various internships and beauty competitions.
Ghana’s Faith Maria Porter from Pace University to MGI All Stars 1st Edition
Faith Maria Porter, a 27-year-old from Ghana, is competing in the inaugural Miss Grand International (MGI) All Stars alongside Makeeba-Kaaya Animpong. Porter is a former Miss Grand Ghana 2025 and third runner-up at the Miss Grand International 2025. She holds a degree from Pace University and has participated in multiple beauty pageants.
Zimbabwe’s Nicholas Hwende to fight for BRAVE CF featherweight title in Almaty
Nicholas Hwende, a former bantamweight world champion from Zimbabwe, is set to headline "BRAVE CF 105" against Omar Solomanov for the vacant featherweight title on May 31, 2026, in Almaty, Kazakhstan. With a professional record of 10 wins and 2 losses, Hwende aims for redemption after losing his title in 2025.
Ilford, London’s Hamzah Sheeraz KOs Munich’s Alem Begic in Giza
Hamzah Sheeraz, a 26-year-old boxer from Ilford, London, became the WBO World Super Middle Champion by defeating Alem Begic via knockout in the second round at "Glory in Giza" on May 23, 2026. Sheeraz remains undefeated with a record of 23 wins, while Begic's record now stands at 29 wins, 1 loss.
Lancashire’s Jack Catterall decisions Brooklyn, New York’s Shakhram Giyasov in Giza
Jack Catterall became the World Boxing Association Regular Welterweight Champion on May 23, 2026, after defeating Shakhram Giyasov at "Glory in Giza" in Egypt. The bout's judges scored it favorably for Catterall, improving his record to 33-2, while Giyasov’s first loss brought him to 17-1.
Tamarac, Florida’s Frank Sanchez KOs Tulare, California’s Richard Torrez Jr. in Giza
Frank Sanchez Faure, a 33-year-old boxer, won against Richard Torrez Jr. at the "Glory in Giza" event on May 23, 2026, improving his record to 26-1. The fight ended with a knockout in the second round, marking Torrez's first loss, dropping his record to 14-1. The event featured fighters from 15 countries.
