The latest fan voting update for the 2026 Miss Philippines Earth pageant has shaken up the rankings, with Marikina City surging to the top as the race for the coveted Miss People’s Choice title enters its final days.

Alyssa Rae Zabala of Marikina City has climbed to the No. 1 position, overtaking the competition in one of the closest online voting battles of the season. Her rise has added a new layer of excitement as supporters intensify their campaigns ahead of the voting deadline.

Still within striking distance is Mavee Bayle of Bangued, Abra, who now occupies second place, while Natasha Pauline Batac of Pinukpuk, Kalinga continues to hold a strong third-place standing. Also remaining in contention are Mereyl Del Puerto of Dangcagan, Bukidnon and Czharich Oli of Sto. Tomas, Batangas, who round out the current Top 5.

With only a short time left before voting closes, organizers expect the leaderboard to remain fluid as fan bases continue to rally support for their respective candidates. The special voting incentive for the Top 3 finishers in the Best Bikini, Best Cultural Costume, and Best Evening Gown competitions also remains available until noon on June 26, giving contenders another opportunity to strengthen their campaigns.

The contestant who finishes with the highest number of voting points will be crowned Miss People’s Choice, earning an automatic place in the Top 15 of the Miss Philippines Earth 2026 finals.

Current Miss People’s Choice leaderboard:

1. Alyssa Rae Zabala – Marikina City

2. Mavee Bayle – Bangued, Abra

3. Natasha Pauline Batac – Pinukpuk, Kalinga

4. Mereyl Del Puerto – Dangcagan, Bukidnon

5. Czharich Oli – Sto. Tomas, Batangas