Venezuela shocks Team USA to win World Baseball Classic for first time

Venezuela shocks Team USA to win World Baseball Classic for first time

Eugenio Suarez delivered the game-winning RBI after Bryce Harper's two-run homer tied it late

Eugenio Suárez of Team Venezuela reacts after hitting an RBI double against Team United States during the ninth inning at loanDepot park on March 17, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

Wilyer Abreu of Team Venezuela rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against Team United States during the fifth inning at loanDepot park on March 17, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Al Bello/Getty Images)

Bryce Harper of Team United States celebrates with teammates after hitting a two-run home run against Team Venezuela during the eighth inning at loanDepot park on March 17, 2026 in Miami, Florida. (Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

Venezuela Wilyer Abreu (16) celebrates with his teammates after hitting a home run during the fifth inning in the championship game of the World Baseball Classic against the United States, Tuesday, March 17, 2026, in Miami. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)