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Iowa's Folgueiras Hits Buzzer-Beater, Advances to Sweet 16

3/24/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Alvaro Folgueiras, a guard for the Iowa Hawkeyes, hit a game-winning three-pointer to beat Florida 73-72 and send Iowa to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1999.
With 4.5 seconds left, Folgueiras received a pass and made the shot as a No. 9 seed, an upset of the reigning champions.
Beatriz Campos traveled from Spain to celebrate with him, and Folgueiras dedicated the moment to his late father.

History

Historical Context

The 1999 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament marked a pivotal moment when the Connecticut Huskies claimed their first championship by defeating the top-seeded Duke Blue Devils 77-74 on March 29. This upset, with UConn as 9.5-point underdogs, initiated a dynasty for the program, which would later secure five more titles. Alvaro Folgueiras' recent game-winning shot for Iowa reflects the tournament's enduring unpredictability.

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Story summary

Alvaro Folgueiras, a guard for the Iowa Hawkeyes, hit a game-winning three-pointer to beat Florida 73-72 and send Iowa to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1999.
With 4.5 seconds left, Folgueiras received a pass and made the shot as a No. 9 seed, an upset of the reigning champions.
Beatriz Campos traveled from Spain to celebrate with him, and Folgueiras dedicated the moment to his late father.

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