Overview
- López disclosed that an early‑October fall caused a small ligament rupture in her left knee and said she chose to continue in the competition after initial shock.
- In the swimsuit preliminaries, she walked in white sneakers with a knee brace and delivered a steady presentation captured on the GrandTV broadcast.
- During the gala segment, two contestants helped her navigate stage stairs, and she has used crutches and at times a wheelchair in line with medical guidance.
- Organizers, fellow contestants and audiences praised her determination, with social media messages highlighting her perseverance.
- The final is scheduled for Saturday, October 18 at the MGI Hall in Bangkok and will stream on GrandTV’s YouTube channel, with López slated to compete.