March Madness Magic: Folguerias’ Game-Winner Sinks Defending Champs Florida, Ignites Iowa’s Sweet Sixteen Dream
Alvaro Folguerias hit a game-winning three-pointer to lead the Iowa Hawkeyes to a stunning 73-72 upset victory over the defending national champion Florida Gators in March Madness.
Folguerias’ clutch shot and postgame remarks, including “March is for dreamers,” perfectly embodied the tournament’s chaotic energy. The win sends Iowa to the Sweet Sixteen for the first time since 2015.