Philippines wins first Eurovision Song Contest Asia
The Philippines' contestant Carmelle won the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia held in Bangkok. She secured the victory with her empowerment anthem 'Sobra-Sobra', outperforming 10 other national acts.
Why it matters
This event marks the expansion of the popular Eurovision brand into the Asian market, signaling a new era for regional cultural entertainment competitions.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Philippines' contestant Carmelle has won the inaugural Eurovision Song Contest Asia with her song Sobra-Sobra
The Philippines have won the very first Eurovision Song Contest Asia, hosted in Bangkok and with 11 countries vying for the title.
Nineteen-year-old singer Carmelle was always a front runner with her women's empowerment anthem Sobra-Sobra, complete with its catchy rap section.
She earned 211 points in total - 93 from the jury and 118 from the public vote - ahead of Thailand's MANG x DAOU in second place with 170 points.
There was a joyous atmosphere at the One Bangkok Arena as the crowd cheered the contestants and celebrated the popular winner.
Carmelle, the youngest contestant in the competition, was an obvious favourite with the juries and the public despite strong showings from several nations.
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