Sydney Thomas shares bold March Madness bracket picks

Sydney Thomas has shared her March Madness picks, surprising fans with her bold choices. The influencer and University of Alabama student gained popularity as a ring girl at a recent boxing match. In her bracket, she selected No. 12 seed UC San Diego to reach the Elite Eight and picked No. 16 seed Alabama State to beat top-seeded Auburn in the first round. This choice highlights her loyalty to Alabama, especially in its rivalry with Auburn. Thomas picked her own Alabama team to win the national championship, along with Michigan State, Missouri, and Houston making it to the Final Four. Fans reacted positively to her selections, with some saying she really knows basketball. The NCAA's March Madness account has been featuring brackets from various celebrities, including former athletes and popular personalities. Thomas has recently experienced a surge in fame since the boxing event, finding it both exciting and overwhelming. She mentioned that being recognized in public is a new experience for her, and while it is great, it can also be too much at times. March Madness officially starts on Thursday, with Creighton and Louisville facing off at 12:15 ET.