Our very own Paloma Belara decides to take a break from her publicity shenanigans and wanted to share this with you, world!

I am tired of competing for the gold medal... I work hard, I play hard, I am dedicated. and just when I think I've scored... it turns out to be a foul play, and not on my part. Today, I lay down to rest my ambition of achieving the ultimate prize, and accept defeat. It's not worth it anymore, to fight for a prize that only exists in day dreams and fleeting moments of adrenaline. And although I could accept a silver or bronze, I'm not the type to settle... My coaches tell me i'm young, and I still have a chance to earn the title I've fought diligently for, it's a nice thought... but not today. I've asked Miss Universe to leave me be... i want the real thing, nothing less.