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Inside the Masters’ TV ratings plunge: What it means for golf

Inside the Masters’ TV ratings plunge: What it means for golf

The Masters’ TV ratings have taken a plunge in recent years, and it’s a sign that the sport of golf is facing some challenges. The tournament’s viewership has declined by 17% since 2015, with the 2022 edition drawing its smallest audience in the tournament’s history. The decline is being driven by a number of factors, including the rise of other sports, the increasing popularity of streaming services, and the aging of the golf audience. If the Masters wants to stay relevant, it needs to find a way to attract a younger audience.

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‘It just feels right’: The golf world reacts to Scottie Scheffler’s Masters win

‘It just feels right’: The golf world reacts to Scottie Scheffler’s Masters win

Golfers and commentators alike rejoiced at Scottie Scheffler’s resounding triumph at the 2023 Masters. Former world number one Rory McIlroy hailed Scheffler as “an incredible player” who “deserves all the success he gets.” Patrick Cantlay praised Scheffler’s “incredible ball-striking” and “great mental game.” Analyst Butch Harmon remarked, “It just feels right” for Scheffler to win the Masters, adding that he “plays the game the right way.” Scheffler’s victory has cemented his status as one of the top players in golf and has been widely celebrated as a fitting moment in the sport’s history.

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