President Obama’s 2021 March Madness picks

The President meets with a group of mentees in the Roosevelt Room

After a year off to keep players, coaches, and fans safe, it’s finally time for the Big Dance—and President Obama is ready. Check out President Obama’s brackets for the Men’s and Women’s NCAA Basketball Championship below.

Take a look at President Obama’s brackets for the Men’s and Women’s NCAA Basketball Championship, then learn more about the  Obama Presidential Center.

President Obama’s Men’s NCAA Championship Bracket

President Obama's March Madness men's tournament picks. He selected Gonzaga to win.

President Obama’s Women’s NCAA Championship Bracket

President Obama's March Madness women's tournament picks. He selected Baylor to win.

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