Following her 3rd-runner finish at Reina Hispanoamericana in Bolivia on Sunday, October 31, Emmanuelle Vera posted a short message on her Instagram stories, thanking the Filipino fans for their support.

” You strengthen me throughout this journey. It was definitely not easy. It was the hardest thing I’ve ever done in my life. By the grace of God and with the loving support of my country, we’re here, we made it. And I hope I made you proud,” she said.

Check out Emman’s short message below.

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Emman said that she is also looking forward to going home soon.

Mexico’s  Andrea Bazarte won the title, making it a back-to-back for the country.