The Miss Universe Organization has withdrawn the Miss Universe 2024 third runner-up title from Suchata “Opal” Chuangsri of Thailand due to breach of contract.

In a statement released on its official website on April 22, the organization said that they recently discovered that TPN Global, the organizer behind Miss Universe Thailand, did not abide by the protocols set by the National Directors.

“We have discovered that TPN Global did not comply with the protocols set by the National Directors (ND) by sending a Miss Universe Queen to participate in another pageant before completing her reign. We deeply regret any incidents where these actions have violated our internal protocols and expectations,” the statement read.

Emphasizing the role of a Miss Universe winner, the organization added that the title is “not only an honor but also a responsibility that requires dedication and respect for the commitments agreed upon.”