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Filipina is ‘Asia’s Next Top Model 3’ first runner-up

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June 18, 2015 10:50 am

Ayu Gani (L) from Indonesia bested Filipina Monika Sta. Maria (R) in the finale of "Asia's Next Top Model 3."

Metro Manila (CNN Philippines) — Monika Sta. Maria came close to winning the top spot in the modeling reality TV show Asia’s Next Top Model Cycle 3.

Ayu Gani from Indonesia bested Sta. Maria in the Asia’s Next Top Model Cycle 3 (AsNTM) finale, which aired on Wednesday (June 17).

Right after the airing of the finale, the 23-year-old Sta. Maria posted on her social media accounts how heartbroken she felt after the results were announced, but said she still feels grateful for all the love and support she has received throughout the competition.

“Trust that there is a greater plan for you!,” her post read.

She also said that she wanted to give the Philippines its first Asia’s Next Top Model win.

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My reality: Of course It made me sad and disappointed after I really put my heart into giving it my all throughout the season. Coming so close to the title and placing second, of course it broke my heart that it wasn't meant to be, I did it for my dream and honestly I really did want to bring home a title to my country. I want you all to know that I AM MORE THAN GRATEFULL FOR ALL THE SUPPORT AND LOVE, this blessing is beyond what I expected from the journey I have taken. I read each and every comment and I want to say THANK YOU TO ALL OF YOUR SUPPORT FROM WHICHEVER COUNTRY YOU ARE FROM. Your belief in me keeps reminding me to continue being strong and believe in myself and keep going! Months after I have learned that it is okay to feel sad in times of defeat. Cry it out, accept the feeling, but most importantly stand up and know that for as long as you continue on your journey, work hard and never give up, trust that there is a greater plan for you!💗 Let us inspire each other to keep on dreaming and fighting for our goals without stepping on anyone, because it is the journey you will take and the people you will affect and meet that makes life worthwhile. #fearless #blessedbeyondbelief #lifemotivation Off to the real world, The Dream Chaser 💋

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In the previous cycles of AsNTM, two other Filipinos also almost brought home the title, but still fell short. Stephanie Retuya from Cycle 1 and Jodilly Pendre from Cycle 2 were also hailed as the modeling contest’s runner-ups.

The Filipino netizens took their heartbreak to Twitter over the fact that a Filipina failed to win the title again.

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Despite this, netizens still showed their support for Monika.

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The freckle-faced Filipina won four best photos and two challenges during the entire competition held in Singapore.

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