Venezuela announced a national holiday Wednesday after capturing its first-ever World Baseball Classic championship with a 3-2 win over the United States. Acting President Delcy Rodriguez suspended work and school to celebrate the historic baseball victory that sparked nationwide celebrations.
Venezuela has proclaimed Wednesday a national holiday after securing its inaugural World Baseball Classic championship, following a thrilling 3-2 triumph against the United States at Miami’s LoanDepot Park on Tuesday.
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez announced the nationwide work suspension on Wednesday, though essential service employees remained on duty.
Educational authorities released a statement confirming the cancellation of classes across the country in honor of the landmark victory.
The Venezuelan squad’s championship path featured a dramatic comeback win against defending titleholders Japan during the quarter-final round, followed by a solid performance defeating surprise semi-final contenders Italy, before ultimately prevailing over the U.S. team in front of an enthusiastic, predominantly Venezuelan crowd in Miami.
“We made history today; we made it happen,” store owner Elio Davila shared with Reuters during exuberant festivities featuring banners, whistles, horns, and salsa rhythms in a crowded plaza in central Caracas packed with hundreds of supporters.
The championship “is a source of national pride that will last forever,” remarked art student Yolanda Pantoja.
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