Florida Wins NCAA Title in Thrilling Final Play
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Florida Gators clinched their first NCAA championship since 2007, defeating Houston Cougars 65-63 in a nail-biting final. Houston, leading for most of the game, suffered a late-game collapse with four turnovers in the final three minutes, failing to attempt a shot. Walter Clayton Jr.'s crucial defensive play in the final seconds secured the victory for Florida. The loss marked a heartbreaking end for Houston coach Kelvin Sampson, missing his 800th career win and first national title.
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