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Merlin the duck unruffled after meeting president of Mexico, Claudia Sheinbaum
Pet in a replica shirt is unofficial mascot of the World Cup
TL;DR
- Merlin, a viral pet duck and unofficial World Cup mascot, met Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum.
- The duck gained fame after being seen among fans celebrating Mexico's victory over South Africa.
- Merlin's owner, Karla Gómez, hopes to make Merlin a registered trademark to support her family.
- President Sheinbaum welcomed Merlin and his family, calling the duck a symbol of Mexican families.
- Merlin is two years old, enjoys walking in shoes, and is described as the "boss" of his owner's beverage vending business.