The Miss Universe Organization has refuted claims that Saudi Arabia would be represented in this year’s pageant. The organization clarified that no selection process has occurred in the country, dismissing any assertions suggesting otherwise as inaccurate.
No Saudi Miss Universe debut this year?
The statement came after Saudi model Rumy Alqahtani claimed on social media that she would be representing the kingdom in the prestigious pageant. Alqahtani’s post, featuring images of her holding the Saudi flag and wearing a Miss Universe sash, garnered significant attention, as she would have been the first Saudi woman to compete for the crown.
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However, Miss Universe underscored that the process of selecting contestants from each country adheres to strict criteria and regulations. Therefore, the organization follows a transparent selection process and no individual can represent a country without being selected through the official protocol.
The Miss Universe Organization confirmed that Saudi Arabia is not among the 100-plus countries scheduled to participate in this year’s pageant in Mexico. The organization also said that the selection process for the country’s representative would be conducted in due time, following the set protocols.
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This news has attracted massive attention as the Miss Universe pageant is one of the world’s most-watched events, with millions of viewers tuning in to watch the competition each year. The latest developments have left many anticipating the official announcement of the Saudi Arabian representative for the upcoming pageant.
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