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What are runner-ups?
Runner-ups are contestants who place just behind the winner in a competition. In Miss World, the first and second runner-ups are significant achievements, recognising their performance and potential. Spain's Elisabeth Reynés Alabern and Malaysia's Taanusiya Chetty achieved these honours, demonstrating their strong showing in the pageant.
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