After Bobby Witt Jr. turned around an impressive putout during Team USA's WBC game against Mexico on Monday night, all pitcher Paul Skenes could do was turn around and give Witt a smirk. Skenes' reaction quickly caught the attention of social media -- and his girlfriend, Livvy Dunne.
Witt made the play in the top of the fourth inning as the U.S. led Mexico 5-0. Alejandro Kirk grounded to the shortstop, who dove to catch the ball, then delivered a strike to Bryce Harper at first base while on his knees. The play even prompted a post from Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes.
Cameras caught Skenes smirking at Witt after the out was recorded. Dunne put her own spin on the moment, posting a meme nicknamed "distracted boyfriend." The meme is a photo of a man hand in hand with his partner but looking back at another woman.
In Dunne's post, Witt was photoshopped onto the person Skenes is looking at -- instead of paying attention to her. Dunne and Skenes have been dating since 2023 after meeting at LSU.
— Olivia Dunne (@livvydunne) March 10, 2026
"Bobby's play. That's one of the best plays I've ever seen," Skenes said postgame.
The Pittsburgh Pirates ace had seven strikeouts and just one hit and no runs allowed in four innings of work. Witt went 2-for-4 with one walk as the U.S. defeated Mexico 5-3.
The diving stop wasn't the only impressive play by Witt on Monday -- and the next time he adds to his highlight reel with Skenes on the mound, all eyes will be on how the Cy Young winner responds.
