Xander Schauffele's PGA Championship Win Boosts TV Ratings
The dramatic final round drew increased viewership despite competing with an NBA Game 7.
- Sunday's final round averaged 4.96 million viewers, a 10% increase from last year.
- The peak viewership reached 8.42 million during the final moments of the tournament.
- Scottie Scheffler's arrest on Friday contributed to an 18% increase in viewership for ESPN's coverage.
- The NBA Game 7 between the Pacers and Knicks saw a 24% drop in viewership compared to last year.
- CBS and ESPN both experienced significant year-over-year growth in their PGA Championship broadcasts.