Querubin Gonzales, representing Marinduque, was crowned Miss WBO Top Model Philippines 2023 on Sunday, 12th November 2023 at the UP Theater, Diliman, Quezon City. She winner will represent the Philippines in the Top Model of the World competition by World Beauty Organization (WBO).

On winning the inaugural edition of the national competition, Gonzales took to her official social media as she wrote, “Maramimg Salamat po. I wanted to extend my deepest gratitude to everyone who has helped me along this incredible journey of mine. thank you so much for giving me this amazing opportunity that I will treasure forever. I pledge to consistently give it my all to win the title of Top Model of the World and represent our beloved country with pride and joy. This is Querubin Gonzalez, your Miss WBO Top Model Philippines 2023.”

The newly crowned Miss WBO Top Model Philippines 2023 Querubin Gonzales’ court included –

1st Runner-up - Celina Francine Garcia representing Quezon

2nd Runner-up - Kheila Sarmiento representing Laguna

3rd Runner-up - Hazel De Leon representing Nueva Ecija

4th Runner-up - Bella Fall representing Taguig

A number of special awards were also presented at the finale night; Miss MNAP went to Czar Burgos, Best in Catwalk went to Hazel de Leon, Miss Photogenic was awarded to Querubin Gonzales, Miss Popularity went to Czar Burgos, Best in Introduction & Advocacy Video went to Rachel Myka Royena, Best in Advocacy was awarded to Kathleen Hannah Duran, Best in Closed Door Interview went to Querubin Gonzales, Best in Talent went to Azi Palacio, Best in White Cocktail Dress was awarded to Hazel de Leon, Best in Casual Wear went to Kimberly Kate Payumo, Best in National Costume went to Hazel de Leon, Best in Swimsuit went to Jennelyn Subulburo and Best in Long Gown was awarded to Jennelyn Subulburo.

Congratulations!