2026 Masters Final Round Achieves Record Viewership
2026 Masters final round TV ratings, total viewership revealed
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The final round of the 2026 Masters Tournament, where Rory McIlroy won his second consecutive green jacket, attracted an average of 14 million viewers on CBS, peaking at over 20 million. This marks the highest viewership for the Masters final round in 11 years, showcasing the event's popularity and competitive drama.
- 01Rory McIlroy won his second consecutive Masters title.
- 02The final round averaged 14 million viewers, peaking at 20 million.
- 03Scottie Scheffler made history by finishing the weekend without a single bogey.
- 04The Masters featured significant celebrity involvement during the Par 3 contest.
- 05The event's success bodes well for upcoming PGA Tour majors.
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The 2026 Masters final round was a thrilling event for golf enthusiasts, culminating in Rory McIlroy's victory, marking his second consecutive title at Augusta National Golf Club. The final round garnered an impressive average viewership of 14 million on CBS, peaking at over 20 million, the highest since 2013. McIlroy's commanding performance included a six-shot lead after the first two rounds, the largest 36-hole advantage in tournament history. Meanwhile, Scottie Scheffler made history by finishing the tournament without a single bogey, a feat not accomplished in over 84 years. The excitement of the final holes, combined with celebrity appearances during the Par 3 contest, contributed to the event's record-breaking viewership, highlighting the enduring appeal of the Masters and the PGA Tour as it approaches its major calendar events.
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