(ZIZ News) — A two-for-one special kicked off the line-up of major shows for Sugar Mas with the crowning of the Miss National Swimwear and Mr. Carnival GQ on Sunday night.
After six hours of performances and interviews, the winners were announced.
Alsanarda Hanley amassed 1104.5 points and took the crown along with awards for all three of the swimwear segments; Birds of a Feather, Floral Splendour, and National Pride. She also won the Miss Photogenic award.
After the event, Hanley spoke to ZIZ about her future plans.
“I would use the opportunity to promote my platform, Holistic Development through Education of the Arts, so I could reach other artists out there to further develop their skills and their talents,” she said.
The First Runner-up award went to Sidama Jones with 1077.5 points, who won twice for Best Interview and also copped the Miss Popular award.
The Second Runner-up position went to Shanika Joshua.
Meanwhile, in the Mr. GQ Competition, Jevon Romney scored 1064 points to take the title, winning Best Carnival Wear, Best Interview, and Mr. Popular in the process.
Romney, who was the youngest competitor in the show, said “I always enjoy competing with older people because I like to let people know that younger once can dominate and pass the older ones.”
The First Runner-up spot went to Nadaski Percival with 1039 points. He also won Best Beachwear, Best Talent, and Best GQ Wear.
Romaine Belgrove placed Second Runner-up, scoring 994 points and winning the Mr. Photogenic award for the men.
Both Belgrove and Miss ZIZ Vanessa Destouche won the Chairman’s Award.
The show was carried live on ZIZ Radio 96.1 fm, and streamed at www.zizonline.com.