Lance Joseph Martinez

Top Performers at Miss Universe Philippines 2026 Preliminary Swimsuit Round

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<p>The competition is heating up for the candidates of <strong>Miss Universe Philippines 2026!</strong></p><p>Fresh off the announcement of the <strong>Top 31</strong>,<strong> </strong>the queens turned up the summer energy as they took center stage for the much-anticipated preliminary swimsuit round.</p><div><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><iframe width="925" height="525" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/dwkNrEAd6Ng?si=HFMb2B_1ZXni-O2m" title="YouTube video player" frameBorder="0" allowfullscreen="" spellcheck="false"></iframe><br/></div><div><br/></div><p>Clad in coordinated green-and-white floral two-piece bikinis by <strong>BENCH</strong>, the candidates confidently took over the runway, showcasing their polished <em>pasarela</em>—one of the essential hallmarks of a true beauty queen. With poise, presence, and a distinct personality on full display, the segment emerged as one of the standout moments of the competition.</p><p>As the countdown to coronation night on May 2 begins, <strong>METRO</strong> has narrowed down the field, spotlighting 10 candidates who truly stood out as the top performers of the <strong>Miss Universe Philippines 2026 Preliminary Swimsuit Round.</strong></p><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Baguio City - Roxie Baeyens</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776648813371IMG_1983.PNG" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p>Roxie Baeyens first made her mark in the pageant scene after winning <strong>Miss Earth Philippines 2020</strong>, later representing the country on the global stage, where she secured the<strong> Miss Earth Water </strong>title<strong></strong>.<strong></strong></p><p>Now, following several stints in showbiz, she returns to pageantry with a renewed sense of purpose—armed with greater experience, confidence, and a more focused mindset.</p><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Cebu City - Apriel Smith </strong><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776648837232IMG_1986.PNG" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">Apriel Smith first made waves as part of the pioneering batch of delegates at the inaugural standalone <strong>Miss Universe Philippines 2020</strong>, where she secured a Top 16 finish. </p><p style="text-align:left">Now, she returns to the competition with renewed determination, believing this is her moment to come back stronger and go all the way.</p><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Cebu Province - Nicole Borromeo</strong><strong><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776648871251IMG_1987.PNG" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></strong></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">After securing the<strong> Miss International Philippines 2023</strong> title, Nicole Borromeo went on to represent the country at<strong> Miss International 2023</strong>, where she finished as third runner-up. </p><p style="text-align:left">This time around, she returns to the national stage with her eyes set on an even bigger goal—claiming the <strong>Miss Universe Philippines</strong> crown.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>La Union - Bea Millan-Windorski </strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776649014511IMG_1989.PNG" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div><br/></div><p>After being crowned <strong>Miss Earth USA 2024</strong> and representing the United States at <strong>Miss Earth 2024</strong>—where she finished as <strong>Miss Earth Water</strong>—she now sets her sights on a new chapter. </p><p>This time, she aims to represent the Philippines as she competes in the <strong>Miss Universe Philippines 2026 </strong>pageant as La Union’s official delegate.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Los Baños - Scarlett Anne de Mesa</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776649094755IMG_1990.PNG" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">After clinching the special<strong> Miss Globe</strong> title at the<strong> 31st Top Model of the World </strong>competition held in Egypt on May 30, 2025—where she also secured a spot in the Top 16—Scarlett Anne De Mesa is setting her sights on a new crown as she aims for another chance to represent the Philippines on the global stage.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Manila - Justine Beatrice Felizarta</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776649113480IMG_1991.PNG" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">From dominating the fitness scene as <strong>Century Tuna Superbods Grand Winner</strong> to leading as a <strong>Reseta Health Managing Director</strong>, Justine Beatrice Felizarta is now reaching for greater heights as she officially enters the <strong>Miss Universe Philippines 2026</strong> pageant, setting her sights on the coveted crown.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Muntinlupa - Adela Mae Marshall</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776649128142IMG_1992.PNG" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">Hailing from Muntinlupa—famously dubbed the <strong>“City of Second Chances”</strong>—Adela Mae Marshall is embracing a full-circle moment as she steps into the Miss Universe Philippines 2026 stage. After making her mark on <strong>Asia’s Next Top Model Cycle 6</strong>, she now sees the pageant as her second shot at representing the Philippines on the global stage.</p><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Negros Occidental - Alex Colmenares</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776655112694Screenshot 2026-04-20 at 11.18.02 AM.png" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">Among the standout performers in the <strong>national costume</strong> competition, Alex Colmenares turned heads with a design that honors the thriving sardine industry while paying tribute to the coastal life and hardworking fishermen of Negros.</p><p style="text-align:left">She carried the same commanding presence into the swimsuit round, once again proving her effortless command of the runway.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Pampanga - Allyson Arceo Hetland</strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776649144160IMG_1994.PNG" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">Marking her debut in the national pageant scene, <strong>Allyson Arceo Hetland</strong>—who has previously secured titles such as <strong>Mutya Ning Angeles 2024 </strong>and <strong>Mutya Ning Kapampangan 2025</strong>—is now setting her sights on a bigger stage, aiming to add a more prestigious crown to her growing list of victories.</p><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><div style="text-align:center"><strong>Taguig - Bella Ysmael </strong></div><div style="text-align:center"><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1776649192340IMG_1995.PNG" style="width:700px" class="fr-fic fr-dib"/></div><div style="text-align:left"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">After finishing as first runner-up at <strong>Miss Universe Philippines 2020</strong>, Bella Ysmael returns to the pageant stage with unfinished business. This year, she sets her sights on finally claiming the crown and earning the chance to represent the Philippines on the international stage.</p><div style="text-align:center"><br/></div><p style="text-align:left">Photo screenshots from <strong>EmpirePH via YouTube</strong></p>

<p>As the countdown to Coronation Night on May 2 begins, Metro has narrowed the field, spotlighting 10 standout candidates in the Miss Universe Philippines 2026 Preliminary Swimsuit Round.</p>

As the countdown to Coronation Night on May 2 begins, Metro has narrowed the field, spotlighting 10 standout candidates in the Miss Universe Philippines 2026 Preliminary Swimsuit Round.

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Lance Joseph Martinez

Published April 20, 2026 01:15 PM PHT

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