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Diving World Cup in Zapopan Canceled Over Security Fears as FIFA Reaffirms Mexico 2026 Host Role

The aquatic federation said a formal risk review that included foreign travel advisories led to the decision after cartel violence in Jalisco.

Overview

  • World Aquatics scrapped the March 5–8 Copa del Mundo de Clavados in Zapopan following its security assessment, saying athlete safety remains its top priority.
  • Zapopan mayor Juan José Frangie said multiple national delegations declined to travel, prompting the cancellation despite local preparations.
  • Mexican officials and FIFA reported a call in which Gianni Infantino conveyed full confidence that Mexico will stage all scheduled 2026 World Cup matches.
  • Jalisco’s governor and federal authorities said Guadalajara’s World Cup fixtures and a March intercontinental playoff remain confirmed as security measures are reinforced.
  • World Aquatics is exploring alternative Mexican venues and will count only the Montreal and Beijing stops toward the series, as other local sports events in Jalisco saw suspensions and some foreign athletes departed teams.