Opal Suchata Chuangsri of Thailand was crowned Miss World 2025 on May 31 at the HITEX Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad, India, marking the first time a Thai woman has won the title.
The 21-year-old emerged victorious among 108 contestants from around the globe. Hasset Dereje Admassu of Ethiopia was named first runner-up, followed by Maja Klajda of Poland and Aurélie Joachim of Martinique.
Chuangsri received the crown from outgoing titleholder Krystyna Pyszková of the Czech Republic. The event was co-hosted by Miss World 2016 Stephanie del Valle and Indian presenter Sachiin Kumbhar.
In the final question-and-answer segment, Chuangsri impressed the judges with a metaphor about nurturing a garden, emphasizing the importance of consistent care and leadership.
Born in Phuket, Chuangsri is pursuing a degree in International Relations at Thammasat University. She is fluent in Thai, English, and Chinese, and has expressed aspirations of becoming a diplomat.
Thailand celebrated her historic win with nationwide festivities, as Chuangsri’s achievement marked a significant milestone in the country’s pageant history.
