The Cueva twins win silver in the Diving World Cup

A sanction that marked the day

Joaquín Niemann experienced a moment of tension at the United States Open. At the end of his first round, the Chilean made a 9 on the 6th hole — which became an 11 after the penalty — after throwing his club out of frustration. The USGA did not hesitate: it imposed two penalty strokes under Rule 1.2b on unsportsmanlike conduct.

The policy, tightened in recent years, applies to incidents such as battering or unacceptable language. Niemann was the second case in three majors, after Sergio García in the Masters. “There’s no one there. I’m not proud,” the golfer said.

The response was unforgettable

But the story didn’t end there. Just 37 minutes after learning of the sanction, Niemann went out to the second round and shot 65, with birdies in five of the first six holes. He became the first player in 97 years to score a 10 or worse on a hole and still make the cut.

“I felt a little over-penalized, but it is what it is. I’m going to learn from it,” he declared. “It definitely helped me have a better round today.”

The incident occurred at the end of the first round, delayed by fog. A commissioner reported that Niemann kicked the flag and the grass, and described the throw as “pretty impressive.” There is no public video of the moment.

Niemann, 27, has been competing in LIV Golf since 2022. Despite the setback, his recovery ability left its mark on the tournament.

Brazil vs Haiti: duel for survival

The second day of Group C at the 2026 World Cup continues this Friday. Brazil and Haiti meet in Philadelphia in a decisive match for both.

Carlo Ancelotti’s team has just drawn 1-1 against Morocco. Vinicius Jr scored the tying goal. The Brazilians need the victory to fight for the lead of the group.

Haiti, for its part, fell 0-1 against Scotland in its debut. Despite the defeat, they showed defensive solidity. Now he seeks to surprise one of the favorites.

The match will be played at 6:30 p.m. (central Mexico time). It will be broadcast on open television on Azteca 7, Channel 5, TUDN and streaming on VIX Plan Mundialista.

Both teams require three points to keep their aspirations of advancing to the next round alive.

The story of Little Bear and George

As World Cup fever invades Mexico City, an unexpected star has emerged among the fans. He is not a soccer player or a coach: he is Osito, an 8-year-old rescued mixed-breed dog.

Osito went viral after appearing in the opening match of the tournament. He was riding on the back of a cargo bicycle, dressed in a national team t-shirt, sunglasses and a cap. Thousands of people photographed him and the videos spread within hours.

Its owner, Jorge Rangel, 50, delivers household products on that bicycle around the city. Two years ago he started carrying Little Bear in a delivery box. The dog remained so calm that Rangel adapted a compartment with cushions. Today they are inseparable.

“He is more than a dog, he is my daily companion,” declared Rangel.

Little Bear has a very calm temperament. People sometimes mistake him for a stuffed animal because he stays still, often in his various outfits. Children run to greet him and strangers stop to take photos.

When the World Cup arrived, Rangel saw an opportunity. A soccer fan, he prepared accessories and adapted glasses for the dog. He dressed Little Bear in the national jersey and decorated the bicycle. The response exceeded his expectations.

“It surpassed everything I imagined,” said Rangel.

But what connects most with people is not the costume or the viral fame, but the bond between man and dog. Rangel adopted Osito at a difficult time in his life. He describes it as an emotional lifeline.

“I didn’t know what it was to love an animal until Little Bear came along,” he said.

Today they hardly separate. If Rangel leaves without him, Little Bear protests by barking, something he rarely does. Passersby thank the couple for brightening their day. Some even confess that watching them helped them during stressful times.

The World Cup celebrations continue and the Osito videos continue to circulate. Every morning, Rangel and Osito return to the streets of the capital. They continue working, greeting strangers and spreading smiles.

For Rangel, that is the most significant part. Television appearances are gratifying, but what matters most is that people see the affection between a man and his dog. A bond that, without expecting it, became one of the most endearing images of the World Cup.