A pet duck became a World Cup viral sensation — then came the presidential invitation (opens original article in a new tab)

A pet duck became a World Cup viral sensation and met Mexico's president, with plans to trademark the duck to support its owner's family.

• Merlin, a pet duck in a mini Mexico shirt, became a viral sensation during the World Cup
• Merlin met Mexico's president, Claudia Sheinbaum, at a press conference
• Merlin's owner plans to trademark the duck to support her family