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NCAA March Madness: Less Than 1% Of Brackets Remain Perfect On First Day Of Tournament


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The odds of achieving a perfect bracket for the college basketball tournament are about 1 in 9.22 quintillion.

The article from MSN discusses the rapid decline of perfect brackets during the first day of the NCAA March Madness tournament. Despite the excitement and widespread participation, less than 1% of brackets remained perfect after the initial games. This statistic underscores the unpredictable nature of the tournament, where upsets are common, and even the most knowledgeable fans and analysts struggle to predict outcomes accurately. The article highlights specific upsets, like the No. 13 seed Furman defeating the No. 4 seed Virginia, which significantly contributed to the early demise of many brackets. It also touches on the cultural phenomenon of bracket challenges, where fans, students, and even celebrities participate, often for fun, office pools, or charity, illustrating how March Madness captivates the nation with its blend of competition, chance, and communal engagement.

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