The World Baseball Classic (WBC) witnessed a heated exchange between Team Panama's veteran infielder, Jonathan Araúz, and Team Panama manager José Mayorga, during a game against Team Colombia. The confrontation occurred during the ninth inning of the game in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The team was trailing 4-3 and had to settle it down when Araúquan, who entered as a pinch hitter, was confronted by a member of Team Panama. The pair were immediately separated and the confrontation was witnessed by several players. Colombia was eliminated from WBC title contention after Panama defeated Canada and returned the favor on Monday, knocking Panama out of the tournament. Both teams finished 1-3 in Pool A play and one of them now faces relegation depending on their remaining games.