Mexican soccer team returns Rolex watches gifted by influencer after World Cup bet win

An American influencer known as Steve Will Do It celebrated the Mexican national soccer team's undefeated streak in the World Cup by betting $2 million and winning. He then personally gifted each player a Rolex watch, spending over $1 million on the gesture. Videos circulated showing players admiring and posing with the luxury timepieces.

However, the celebration was short-lived. The Mexican Football Federation announced that, by mutual agreement with the players, the watches were returned to the content creator. The federation confirmed the decision on social media, stating the players chose to return the gifts given on the influencer's own initiative.

The team's strong performance in the World Cup, advancing to the round of 16 without a loss, had generated significant enthusiasm in Mexico. The influencer's bet and subsequent gifts amplified this excitement, but the return of the watches marks a surprising turn in the narrative.