Czech Republic model Krystyna Pyszkova crowned Miss World 2024

At a spectacular ceremony in India on Saturday, Krystyna Pyszkova of the Czech Republic became victorious in the Miss World 2024 competition, beating out Indian competitor Sini Shetty, who placed in the top 8.

Yasmina Zaytoun, Miss Lebanon, placed first runner-up in the competition.

Press Trust of India reported on Saturday that Pyszkova was crowned as the next Miss World by Karolina Bielawska, the current Miss World from Poland, during the glamorous finale.

After Tatana Kucharova's triumph in 2006, her victory signifies the second time a woman from the Czech Republic has taken home the Miss World title.

Pyszkova, a twentysomething, acknowledged that she was surprised to have won the coveted championship and that it had beyond her expectations.

Pyszkova's "Beauty With A Purpose" project focused on "quality education for children" throughout the pageant, and she promised to use her position as Miss World to raise awareness for this cause.

After the competition, Pyszkova spoke with media about her enthusiasm about the Miss World contestants' supportive community and her commitment to carry on with her advocacy efforts.