How Tom Watson’s letter led to Gary McCord’s Masters broadcast team firing
Tom Watson’s Letter Sparks CBS Masters Broadcast Shakeup
In a surprising twist of events, CBS Sports has parted ways with golf analyst Gary McCord following a formal complaint from Hall of Famer Tom Watson. The letter, revealed by Golf Digest, condemned McCord’s “unprofessional” and “disrespectful” remarks during recent Masters coverage.
Watson, a trusted confidant of CBS lead analyst Jim Nantz, reportedly took exception to McCord’s light-hearted humor and banter, believing they undermined the gravity of the tournament. CBS executives, mindful of potential repercussions from Watson and other players, ultimately chose to let go of McCord.
The dismissal has reverberated throughout the golf broadcasting sphere, prompting an outpouring of support for McCord from fellow commentators. Nevertheless, CBS has stood by its decision, emphasizing the significance of Watson’s feedback and the necessity to uphold professional conduct standards