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In one of the most dramatic finishes in World Baseball Classic history, Venezuela pulled off a stunning 3-2 victory over Team USA\u2014and at the center of it all was a moment of faith that quickly captured attention around the world.<\/p>\n

Eugenio Su\u00e1rez delivered the game-winning RBI double in the ninth inning, sealing Venezuela’s first-ever World Baseball Classic championship and completing an unforgettable underdog run. (AP News<\/a>) But for Su\u00e1rez, the biggest moment wasn’t just about baseball\u2014it was about giving glory to God.<\/p>\n

“I mean, what can I say about this? It’s amazing,” Su\u00e1rez said in a post-game interview. “God is good, all the glory is for the Lord Jesus. He was with us the whole time.” (Fox News<\/a>)<\/p>\n

The victory didn’t come easy. Venezuela had built a 2-0 lead, only to see Team USA storm back when Bryce Harper launched a dramatic two-run home run in the eighth inning to tie the game. (AP News<\/a>) With momentum suddenly shifting, the pressure was on.<\/p>\n

But in the top of the ninth, Venezuela refused to back down. After a stolen base put a runner in scoring position, Su\u00e1rez stepped up and delivered\u2014driving a clutch hit into left-center field that brought home the go-ahead run and ultimately secured the championship.<\/p>\n

As he stood on second base after the decisive hit, Su\u00e1rez didn’t celebrate with theatrics. Instead, he looked up.<\/p>\n

“I just prayed at the time,” he said. “I pointed to my family out there\u2014they were happy for me. God is good, man. God is good.”<\/p>\n

That moment reflected a theme that had defined Venezuela’s run throughout the tournament: unity, perseverance, and faith. Despite being overlooked by many entering the competition, the team leaned on each other\u2014and, as Su\u00e1rez made clear, on God.<\/p>\n

“We have to glorify, put His name in front of everything,” he said. “Nobody believed in Venezuela, but now we won the championship today. This is a celebration for all of Venezuela.” (Fox News<\/a>)<\/p>\n

The win marked a historic milestone for the country, igniting celebrations across Venezuela and among fans worldwide. (AP News<\/a>) For the players, it was about far more than a trophy.<\/p>\n

“The union\u2014we are together the whole time. We’re not just teammates, we’re all family,” Su\u00e1rez said. “That’s why we play with passion, with love\u2026 we feel our country in front of us.”<\/p>\n

In a sport often defined by statistics and spotlight moments, Su\u00e1rez’s words offered something deeper\u2014a reminder of where he believes true strength comes from.<\/p>\n

On a night when Venezuela shocked one of the most talented rosters ever assembled by Team USA, the final message from their hero was clear: the victory belonged to God.<\/p>\n

And for millions watching, it was a powerful testimony that even in the biggest moments, faith can take center stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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