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CARTO Contributors
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412
Language
English
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Summary

The 2016 Super Bowl 50 game between the Carolina Panthers and Denver Broncos was a highly discussed event on Twitter, with millions of users engaging in real-time commentary. CartoDB technology enabled Twitter to create interactive maps showing which states were most supportive of each team, revealing that the Panthers were widely favored across the US, while Colorado surprisingly supported the Broncos. The game's outcome was also reflected in Twitter sentiment, with Beyoncé's performance being a major topic of discussion. However, despite public opinion and social media activity, the Broncos ultimately emerged victorious.