Rabiya Mateo on negative comments: ‘I can build myself from criticism’

Miss Universe Philippines 2020 Rabiya Mateo has said that hearing negative comments about herself just inspires her to do better.

During an episode of “Queentuhan” with Pia Wurtzbach, Bianca Guidotti, and Carla Lizardo on Wednesday, Rabiya said: “Sabi nga nila with the doubt of a lot of people, it polished me. Natutuwa ako na at least akala nila bad things about me nasisira ako, but no.”

She added: “I can build myself from criticism. I can do better. I know myself. I know my body and I am so excited to start my training.”

Rabiya said she’ll start training soon for the Miss Universe pageant and she’s working hard to have “the best body.”

“I’m not in my best fighting form and I really need to work hard to be a better candidate,” the beauty queen said.

“I want to have the best body. My frame is kinda small ... so I really need to hit the gym and have those weights.”

Rabiya added: “I know for myself I’m not gonna settle for less. I’m gonna push myself kasi ngayon Pilipinas na dala mo.”

Rabiya was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2020 in October. – Kaela Malig/RC, GMA News