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NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament

The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, often called "March Madness," is an annual college basketball competition in the United States. It features 68 teams, selected by a committee based on their performance during the season. The tournament is a single-elimination format, meaning teams play one game and the loser is out. It culminates in the Final Four, where the last four teams compete for the championship. The event is highly popular, attracting widespread attention and viewership for its thrilling games and upsets, as fans often fill out brackets predicting outcomes, making it a significant cultural phenomenon each spring.