Ryder Cup Sees Record Low TV Ratings Amid U.S. Struggles
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Ryder Cup Sees Record Low TV Ratings Amid U.S. Struggles

The Ryder Cup has recorded its lowest TV ratings this century, with NBC averaging only 3.22 million viewers on Sunday, the least-watched home event since before 2000. This decline reflects the struggles of the U.S. team and raises concerns about the event's popularity and future broadcasting in America, especially as European viewership soared. The contrasting figures highlight a significant shift in audience engagement.

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