Team USA defeated Mexico 5–3 on Monday in World Baseball Classic action, improving to 3–0 in the tournament after holding off a late comeback attempt.

The United States built an early advantage behind strong pitching from Paul Skenes and home runs from Aaron Judge and Roman Anthony. Skenes delivered four scoreless innings to anchor the performance and earned the win.

After Skenes exited the game, Mexico mounted a rally in the middle innings. Jarren Duran sparked the surge by hitting two home runs off pitcher Matthew Boyd, trimming the American lead and putting pressure on the U.S. bullpen.

Relievers stabilized the game in the final innings, preventing Mexico from tying the score. In the ninth inning, Garrett Whitlock closed out the victory by forcing Alek Thomas, the potential tying run, to ground out and secure the save.

The win keeps Team USA undefeated in the tournament and strengthens its position in the group standings as the team continues its push through the World Baseball Classic schedule.