The excitement of the World Baseball Classic was intensely experienced at the Malecón in Santo Domingo, where a young Venezuelan-Dominican fan, Fabiola, became one of the most outstanding figures of the night.
An Amateur Divided Between Two Passions
Fabiola, who arrived in the Dominican Republic from Venezuela at just six months old, shared her feelings during the broadcast of the match between both nations, organized by the Mayor’s Office of the National District. “I am Venezuelan, what happens is that I came to the Dominican Republic when I was very young, like at 6 months old,” explained Fabiola.When asked which team she supported, Fabiola offered an answer that reflected her dual nationality and love for baseball:
“I’m rooting for both, the Dominican Republic is very difficult to beat, it’s very difficult for Venezuela to beat the Dominican Republic, it’s a country very well-known for baseball.”
FabiolaFabiola did not hesitate to express her affection for both nations, acknowledging the difficulty of the contest, but maintaining hope in Venezuela’s victory. Amidst the celebration and festive atmosphere of the Malecón, Fabiola highlighted the bonds of brotherhood between Dominicans and Venezuelans:“Yes, they, the Dominicans, are like brothers, cousins, they are everything, but I wish them that even if one wins, be it the Dominican Republic or Venezuela, that they win and have a good time.”
FabiolaFabiola’s story exemplifies how baseball unites families and fans, transcending sports rivalry and celebrating the shared passion for this sport in the World Baseball Classic.
