Saudi Arabia has its candidate for Miss Universe for the first time

For the first time, the most beautiful woman in the “universe” could be Saudi. As she herself announced on Instagram, Saudi model Rumy Alqahtani will represent her country on September 28, 2024, during the next Miss Universe competition. A first.

In this ad, spotted by Le Parisien, the candidate appears in a sequinned dress, wearing a shiny tiara and, of course, with the flag of Saudi Arabia.

“I am honored to participate in the Miss Universe International 2024 competition. This is Saudi Arabia’s first participation in the Miss Universe competition,” she rejoices in the description of her publication.

A champion with many crowns

Could Rumy Alqahtani take the crown and give the prize to her country? She already has a number of victories under her belt. She has won several beauty contests such as Miss Saudi Arabi, Miss Arab Peace or even Miss Middle East.

This arrival of Saudi Arabia in the competition is an event in itself, this Middle Eastern country being known for its numerous obstacles to women’s rights and freedoms. The rights to drive or travel alone have only been acquired for women in the last ten years.