Congratulations to Miss Ireland, Rosanna Davison, a former Dundrum South Dublin athlete on being crowned Miss World in China at the weekend. Rosanna competed for DSD in the hurdles and high jump until a few years ago. Her official bio mentions involvement in athletics saying, "Rosanna was athletics captain in her 5th & 6th year and represented her secondary school in the prestigious All-Ireland Finals."

Davison, aged 19, said. "I am thrilled and delighted. It is a great honour and I want to thank everyone who has supported me, especially my parents. I have had a wonderful time here in China, where the people have welcomed us everywhere. Now I have a year of excitement, travel and working for various charities to look forward to."

She is the daughter of Irish singing star Chris DeBurgh of 'Lady in Red' and 'Don't Pay the Ferryman' fame. DeBurgh commented, "My wife Diane and I are thrilled and delighted for Rosie. Along with all the girls, she has worked so hard. As a family we feel very fortunate."

She becomes the first Irish model to ever win a major beauty title.

Thanks to the Miss World Organisation for this story.