Miss World Philippines reassures Tracy Maureen Perez tested negative for COVID-19 amid rumors on other candidates' health

Miss World Philippines reassured fans that Tracy Maureen Perez has tested negative for COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019).

The organization announced the news "in the light of rumors and speculations alluding to health condition of some of the Miss World 2021 candidates."

"We would like to reassure everyone that Tracy has tested negative for the COVID-19 virus and has been cleared to participate in the coronation night," MWP wrote.

"As we approach the homestretch of the pageant, let's all unite in fervent prayer for our second Miss World crown," the organization added. "Best of luck, Tracy, and may the stars align in your favor! Laban Tracy! Laban Filipina!"

Tracy placed second in Missosology's final picks for Miss World Philippines, which the pageant website announced on Thursday.

On Wednesday, Tracy made it to the Top 5 of Miss World 2021's "Beauty with A Purpose Round."

Tracy's advocacy is to stand for solo parents like her mother who single-handedly took on the challenge to raise their "little yet beautiful family."

Tracy, who was crowned as Miss World Philippines last October, will be competing in Miss World's coronation night to be held on December 17 (Philippine time) in Puerto Rico.

—Jannielyn Bigtas/MGP, GMA News