Meet the New World Champion!
Each year, thousands of Toastmasters, representing over 100 countries, battle for the title of World Champion of Public Speaking. This year’s months-long competition culminated at the 2025 International Convention as the 28 semifinalists, then eight finalists, competed for a title that transforms lives.
Sabyasachi Sengupta is the new World Champion of Public Speaking! Sengupta from District 59 won with a speech titled, “Just Nod.” Congratulations to Mas Mahathir Bin Mohamad from District 51 for finishing in 2nd place with his speech, “…Raindrops,” and Allen Ang Boon Kiat from District 87 for finishing in 3rd place with his speech, “Keep Dreaming.”
You can also view the second-place and third-place winning speeches.
From Amateur to Prominent Speaker
The World Championship of Public Speaking® starts in Toastmasters clubs throughout the world. From there, participants advance to Area, Division, District, and quarterfinal competitions. Two winners from each quarterfinal competition move on to the semifinals. At the semifinals, an expert panel of experienced Toastmasters will determine the eight finalists. Each speech will last between five to seven minutes.
For many amateur speakers, this competition is the opportunity of a lifetime. Past winners have used this accolade to become prominent, paid speakers, delivering keynotes and speeches around the globe.
Watch Past World Champions
2024 World Champion of Public Speaking
2023 World Champion of Public Speaking
Watch more World Champions of Public Speaking on YouTube.