Pumas falls to América de Cali in their farewell prior to the tournament

The Mexico Diving Cup began in Guadalajara with an intense day of preliminaries. It is one of the key competitions for the Mexican National Team, which is preparing for the Central American and Caribbean Games in the Dominican Republic. Athletes seek to measure their level and gain confidence.

Results of the day

At the Metropolitan Aquatic Center, the women’s three-meter springboard and men’s 10-meter platform events opened the competition. Lía Cueva was the best Mexican on trampoline, with 298.55 points and third place. It was led by the Chinese Yiping Long (314.10) and Shan Lin (322.65). Aranza Vázquez was fourth with 294.15, Mía Cueva seventh with 264.35 and María Fernanda Sixtos eighth with 259.90.

On the men’s platform, Kenny Zamudio took second place with 439.80 points, confirming his good moment. Randal Willars was third with 427.00 and Kevin Berlin was fourth with 426.70. The Mexican delegation left good feelings for the upcoming international commitments.

The Mexican archery delegation continues to grow. Dafne Quintero and Ana Paula Vázquez achieved their qualification for the World Cup Final, an event endorsed by World Archery that will be held in Mexican territory in September.

Both athletes secured their ticket thanks to the points accumulated during the international series. Now, they will look for the podium with the support of the local fans.

Four representatives confirmed

With the incorporation of Quintero and Vázquez, Mexico already has four qualified goalkeepers. Andrea Becerra, Dafne Quintero and Sebastián García will compete in compound bow. Ana Paula Vázquez is the only representative in recurve bow so far.

Behind these names is a season with solid results. After four stages—Puebla, Türkiye, China and Madrid—the national archery accumulates several medals.

Medals that support the moment

• Puebla: bronze in women’s compound team, bronze in men’s compound team and bronze in women’s recurve team.
• Shanghai: Sebastián García won gold in individual compound bow.
• Antalya: Andrea Becerra won gold in individual compound bow.
• Madrid: the mixed composite team (Miguel Becerra and Ximena Estrada) took silver. Also, silver in the men’s composite team.

These results reflect the good level of Mexican archery heading into the Final. Quintero and Vázquez join a list that promises to fight at home.

Day 1 of Apertura 2026

This Thursday, Mexican soccer returns to the national screen. In the midst of the 2026 World Cup fever — where Argentina and Spain will define the champion — Liga MX begins the Apertura tournament with two matches on the first date. The most striking: Atlante’s return to the First Division.

Necaxa receives Atlante at the Victoria Stadium in Aguascalientes. It is the oldest classic in the country. It’s been fifteen years since they faced each other on the top circuit. The “Iron Colts” return after a long rise.

Tijuana faces Tigres at the Caliente Stadium. The Xolos have Gilberto Mora back, after his time in the World Cup call-up for the Mexican National Team. They are looking to start strong.

Schedules and transmission

The two games will air this Thursday, July 16 on FOX One and FOX. In central Mexico time:

• Necaxa vs Atlante – 7:00 p.m.
• Tijuana vs Tigres – 9:00 p.m.

The current champion, Cruz Azul, will debut until Friday, July 17 against Atlético de San Luis. Pumas, América and Chivas will do it on Saturday the 18th.

The day promises emotions from the start, with the return of a historic team and several teams seeking prominence.