Venezuela Captures First World Baseball Classic, Tops U.S. 3-2
By The Associated Press March 17, 2026 MIAMI — Venezuela captured its first World Baseball Classic championship Tuesday, edging the United States 3-2 in a tight, low-scoring final. The victory marked a historic...
By The Associated Press
March 17, 2026
MIAMI — Venezuela captured its first World Baseball Classic championship Tuesday, edging the United States 3-2 in a tight, low-scoring final.
The victory marked a historic milestone for Venezuelan baseball. The decisive win came in a contest defined by strong pitching and timely defense, as both clubs battled through tension-filled innings before Venezuela held on for the one-run triumph. Players, coaches and fans celebrated on the field and in the stands after the final out, commemorating the nation’s first WBC title.
