Krystyna Pyszkova, hailing from the Czech Republic, emerged victorious as the reigning Miss World 2024 in a spectacular ceremony held in India over the weekend, surpassing Indian contender Sini Shetty, who secured a spot in the prestigious top 8.
Yasmina Zaytoun, the representative of Lebanon, stood out among the contestants as she secured the honorable first runner-up position in the competition.
As reported by the Press Trust of India over the weekend, Karolina Bielawska, the current Miss World from Poland, bestowed the crown upon Pyszkova as her successor during the glitzy finale.
The Czech Republic celebrates its second Miss World victory as Krystyna Pyszkova’s win follows in the footsteps of Tatana Kucharova’s triumph in 2006.
Pyszkova, who is in her twenties, expressed her astonishment at winning the prestigious title, acknowledging that it was an unexpected achievement.
During the pageant, Pyszkova’s ‘Beauty With A Purpose’ project emphasized “quality education for children,” and she pledged to utilize her platform as Miss World to amplify awareness for this cause.
Speaking to reporters after the finale, Pyszkova shared her excitement about the supportive community of Miss World contestants, vowing to continue her advocacy work.
“So far, we have helped 320 children. Through the Miss World platform, I’ll be able to help as many children as possible…
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“The Miss World sisterhood is such an empowering community. I think we will be sharing this moment forever because we experienced so many things. We experienced this incredible country, India, together. I’ll be happy to come back soon,” Pyszkova told reporters here after the finale.
Citing details from the official Miss World platform, it’s revealed that Pyszkova, representing the Czech Republic as a model, is concurrently advancing her education in law and business administration, while also spearheading the Krystyna Pyszko Foundation.
Proficient in English, Polish, Slovak, and German, Pyszkova champions sustainable development through education, highlighting her most cherished achievement as the founding of an English school for underprivileged children in Tanzania, where she dedicated her time as a volunteer.
“Her proudest moment was opening an English school for underprivileged children in Tanzania where she also volunteered. She enjoys playing the transverse flute and the violin, and has a passion for music and art having spent nine years in an art academy,” read Pyszkova’s profile on the website.
After a hiatus of 28 years, India assumed the role of host for the event, with 22-year-old Shetty representing the nation.
The prestigious 71st Miss World pageant, featuring representatives from 112 countries, graced the stage at the Jio World Convention Centre in BKC, where it was emceed by renowned Bollywood director Karan Johar alongside Miss World 2013 Megan Young from the Philippines.