U Be the Judge: Experience First-Ever Live Scoring at Miss Universe Philippines 2026 with Maya

For the first time in the history of Philippine pageants, the determination of the winner will extend beyond the traditional panel of judges. This year, Filipinos themselves will have the opportunity to participate directly in the verdict, taking on the judge’s seat and sharing their insights and opinions to decide who will ultimately wear the crown.

Powered by Maya, the leading digital bank in the Philippines and the official voting partner of Miss Universe Philippines (MUPh) 2026, the coronation night becomes a fully interactive event—allowing fans to vote for candidates live and in real time, alongside the Selection Committee.

From Viewer to Judge: A Major, Major Shift

MUPh enhances the experience by involving fans in a more significant way during the most anticipated night of the competition.

With Maya’s live scoring feature, audiences can assess candidates in real-time as they compete in segments like swimsuit, evening gown, and Q&A. Every walk, every answer, and every moment now receives a score directly from you.

How It Works: Your Front-Row Seat to Judging

Joining the live scoring experience is simple and seamless through the Maya app:

• Step 1: Through the MUPh tile in the Maya app, purchase a Premium Pass, and review the instructions and scoring guide.
• Step 2: During the coronation night, enter the active competition round (e.g., Swimsuit, Evening Gown, Q&A) and review the candidates
• Step 3: Score each candidate based on your evaluation (from 1 to 10) and review your scores after each round

Fans can evaluate confidence, stage presence, overall impact, and suitability to the round using guided criteria, making the experience enjoyable and meaningful. 

More Than Just Voting—A Voice That Counts

Beyond live scoring, fans can keep supporting their favorite queens throughout the competition by earning free votes daily or purchasing additional votes for their MUPh bets.

Thanks to Maya driving this innovation, pageantry transforms into a more dynamic experience—where fan support isn’t limited to comments or conversations but becomes an integral part of the journey.

On coronation night, when everything is at stake, one thing becomes evident: The universe isn’t merely observing. It is also judging.

U vote. U decide. U crown. For free. U vote with Maya.

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