Contestants arrive in Manila for Mr World 2019

This year's Mr World contestants have arrived in Manila, Philippines. The final takes place on Friday 23 August at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, one of Asia's largest indoor arenas. 

This year's contest is set to be the biggest and most successful event in the history of the competition. Contestants from across the globe will compete once-in-a-lifetime in a three-week experience, as they battle it out to discover who should be declared 'The world's most desirable man'

In a series of Mr World challenge events, contestants will test their physical and mental endurance:

• The Extreme challenge will put contestants through their paces at the Special Action Force (SAF) commando training school in Santa Rosa, Laguna province. Living in tents, the contestants will face their toughest test of physical strength and endurance 
• The Sports challenge is a test of skill, discipline and athleticism 
• Talent & Creativity is about a contestants finesse, technique and their dedication as they take to the stage to impress the judges 
• Fashion looks at the men getting it right in the style stakes Multimedia looks at their charisma and how contestants present themselves and how they engage and interact with an online audience 

Julia Morley, Chairman and CEO of the Miss World Organisation said: "We are excited to be here in the Philippines with representatives from around the world. Over the next couple of weeks, the contestants will take part in a number of challenges that test the true qualities of a man. We have had such a wonderful welcome from the Filipino people, and we are looking forward to getting to know them better, taste the local food and understand the culture. 

Arnold Vegafria, Mr World Philippines National Director said: "Reigning Mr World, Rohit Khandelwal will be on stage at the final to pass over his reign as the 'World's most desirable man' to his successor, Mr World 2019

The live event will be broadcast to a global audience. A full list of broadcasters will be  publushed and for the first-time fans will have the ability to watch the action unfold on pay-per-view on the Mr. World Website www.missworld.com/#/mister