Just like every year, Binibining Pilipinas 2018 finale on March 18, 2018, was held at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City, Philippines. Amongst the glitz and glamour of the unforgettable night, Binibini 32 Eva Psychee Patalinjug emerged as the winner of Miss Grand Philippines 2018. She was crowned by her predecessor Elizabeth Durado Clenci, Binibining Pilipinas Grand International 2017.
Eva Psychee Soroño Patalinjug won Mutya ng Pilipinas 2014 and fame followed through. Eva is a nurse and a part-time model who is 23 years old and stands tall at 170 cm. She is also Miss Mandaue 2013 second runner-up, Miss CVRAA 2008 and Miss Palarong Pambansa 2008. For various reasons, she has not been able to present Philippines in any international pageants but people are definitely rooting for her this time.
At the same event, Binibini 20 Catriona Gray was crowned Bb Pilipinas 2018 and will represent Philippines at Miss Universe 2018. Binibini 32 Karen Juanita Gallman was crowned Bb Pilipinas Intercontinental 2018 and will represent Philippines at Miss Intercontinental 2018. Binibini 31 Jehza Mae Huelar was crowned Bb Pilipinas Supranational 2018 and will be representing Philippines at the Miss Supranational 2018. Binibini 17 Ma. Ahtisa Manalo was crowned Bb Pilipinas International 2018 and will now represent Philippines at the Miss International 2018. While Binibini 19 Michelle Gumabao was crowned Bb. Pilipinas Globe 2018, she will now represent her country at the Miss Globe 2018 pageant.
Vickie Marie Milagrosa Rushton was the first runner-up at the event, and Samantha Bernardo was named the second runner-up at Binibining Pilipinas 2018.
The finale of Binibining Pilipinas 2017 started with the introduction of the 40 contestants. All the delegates took the stage to introduce themselves to the audience. Dressed up in glittery cocktail dresses, the girls looked gorgeous.
It was a visual treat, and definitely a one of a kind experience.