Iowa basketball fans react to March Madness upset vs. Florida
March 23, 2026, 9:01 a.m. CT
How sweet it is!
For the first time in 27 years, the Iowa men’s basketball team is back in the Sweet 16. The Hawkeyes pulled off the stunner, taking down the number-one seed Florida 73-72 in a thrilling game down in Tampa. Alvaro Folguerias nailed the game-winning three with just seconds to play, and Iowa got one of the biggest wins in program history.
As you would expect after the game, social media was buzzing with praise and excitement about the Hawks as they prepare for a Sweet 16 matchup with rival Nebraska. Here are some of the best reactions to the Hawkeyes’ stunning victory over the Gators.
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