"Alvaro Folgueiras nailed a three-pointer with 4.5 seconds remaining, sending Iowa to a 73-72 victory over Florida, eliminating the defending national champions."
"Iowa reached the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2015, while Florida became the first No. 1 seed to be knocked out of this year's March Madness."
"Florida led 72-70 with just eight seconds left, but Iowa broke the full-court press, allowing Folgueiras to take the open shot."
"A scuffle broke out in the first half when Alex Condon and Folgueiras battled for a loose ball, leading to technical fouls for both players."
Iowa's Alvaro Folgueiras hit a three-pointer with 4.5 seconds left, securing a 73-72 victory over Florida in the NCAA Tournament. This win eliminated the defending champions and marked Iowa's first Sweet 16 appearance since 2015. Despite leading by 12 points in the second half, Iowa rallied late to overcome a Florida team that had previously dominated. Florida, the first No. 1 seed to exit this year's tournament, failed to score in the final moments, leaving fans shocked after a strong season.
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