Collin Morikawa Criticizes Golf Broadcasting, Calls for More Live Shots

Despite recent improvements, the two-time major champion believes more can be done to make golf broadcasts more captivating and attract a larger audience.

• Collin Morikawa, a two-time major champion, has criticized the current state of golf broadcasting, suggesting that more live golf shots need to be shown to attract viewers and make the sport more interesting.
• Morikawa's comments come amidst ongoing criticism of the PGA Tour's coverage, with fans expressing dissatisfaction with lengthy commercials, extended interviews, and an overemphasis on golfers walking up the fairway.
• The golfer's remarks also coincide with the PGA Tour and television networks' efforts to improve coverage, as evidenced by the positive reception of CBS's coverage at the recent Farmers Insurance Open.
• Morikawa believes that the recent surge in the amateur game post-COVID-19 and the legalization of gambling present opportunities to increase golf's popularity, and that changing the broadcast approach to show more golf shots is a feasible way to capitalize on these opportunities.
• Despite improvements in coverage, such as ESPN+'s success in featuring groups and players during non-live broadcasting hours, Morikawa insists that there is still room for improvement, particularly in increasing the number of shots shown.

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