As the final seconds ticked down during Florida’s quarterfinal tilt with Kentucky, it cemented the Gators historic season against the Wildcats. For just the second time in program history, Florida has beaten Kentucky three times in the same season. And unlike when it last happened, in 2014, Florida didn’t trail for a single second in any of the three wins.
And in typical Kentucky fan fashion, rather than just accept that Florida has surpassed them in every way, Wildcats fans are left grasping at straws to downplay the accomplishment.
Florida beats Kentucky for the third time in 2026
After Friday’s win, Todd Golden made sure to point out that Florida didn’t trail for a second against Kentucky this season:
Todd Golden after Florida's win over Kentucky:
"In the three games that we played these guys, they haven't led for one minute.