Saudi Arabia Is Not Yet Confirmed To Participate: Miss Universe Organisers Issue A Statement
Rumy al-Qahtani's participation in Miss Universe 2024 has been dismissed by the organisers.
In a plot twist, recent reports about Saudi Arabian model, Rumy al-Qahtani, participating in the prestigious event, Miss Universe, were swiftly shut down by none other than the Miss Universe Organization itself. According to Al Arabiya English, the pageant powerhouse issued a formal statement quashing the idea that Saudi Arabia had officially signed up for the 2024 extravaganza.
In their statement, the Miss Universe honchos made it clear: there hasn’t been any official selection process in the Kingdom just yet. They emphasised that any potential Saudi contestant would have to jump through some rigorous hoops before getting the green light to represent their country in the glitzy competition.
“While Saudi Arabia is not yet among those countries fully confirmed participating this year, we are currently undergoing a rigorous vetting process qualifying a potential candidate to be awarded the franchise and assigned national director to represent.”
The statement left no room for misinterpretation. Saudi Arabia’s final nod of approval would only come after the organization’s committee gave the thumbs-up.
This clarification came hot on the heels of an eyebrow-raising social media announcement by the model. She boldly proclaimed her spot in the Miss Universe 2024 lineup, complete with the Saudi flag and a sash that screamed “Miss Universe Saudi Arabia.” Needless to say, the post caused quite a stir across various online platforms.
Despite the commotion, Rumy has remained tight-lipped, dodging media requests for a comment on her sudden pageant plans. Even after the Miss Universe Organization came out swinging with their statement debunking the rumours, her post stood proud and unchanged.
From the bustling streets of Riyadh, Rumy al-Qahtani is no stranger to the glitz and glam of the pageant world. With her appearances in Miss Arab Peace, Miss Planet, and Miss Middle East, her journey to the Miss Universe stage seemed like the next logical step in her quest for global domination.
As the countdown to the 2024 Miss Universe showdown ticks away, set to unfold in Mexico come September, anticipation is at an all-time high. With over 100 contestants from every corner of the globe poised to take the stage, the event promises to be a dazzling celebration of diversity and beauty on an international scale.