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RORY MCILROY’s remarkable display at Augusta set a new record for the highest viewership day in Sky Sports history.
At 35 years old, McIlroy etched his name into golfing lore, becoming just the sixth player to complete a career Grand Slam with his victory at The Masters on his 17th attempt last Sunday.
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The Holywood native has finally realized his 11-year aspiration to join golf greats such as Tiger Woods, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus, Ben Hogan, and Gene Sarazen at the Grand Slam table.
As he donned the Green Jacket for the first time in Butler’s Cabin, a remarkable 1.85 MILLION viewers were riveted to their screens on Sky Sports.
This peak viewership represents a new record for the network, which attracted 37 PERCENT of the entire TV audience during the Augusta tournament.
On this landmark day for Sky Sports, an astonishing 7.5 MILLION people tuned in across all channels to watch sports from 6 am to 2 am.
It wasn’t just McIlroy’s emotional victory at The Masters that generated such impressive numbers.
The day also featured Newcastle United’s emphatic 4-1 triumph over Manchester United, the Bahrain Grand Prix, the EFL Trophy final, IPL cricket, and ATP Tennis.
Sky Sports managing director Jonathan Licht commented: “Sunday was filled with unforgettable sporting drama, showcasing Sky Sports’ commitment as fans were engaged from morning until late at night.
“From Rory’s historic win at Augusta to an exhilarating Bahrain Grand Prix and a packed sports schedule featuring football, cricket, and tennis – that day had it all.”
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“These record-setting numbers showcase the hard work of the teams behind the scenes who strive to create unforgettable experiences while highlighting the elite talent in sports worldwide.”
No wonder viewers were captivated by McIlroy’s achievement; the thrilling final round represented a pivotal moment in the history of golf.
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McIlroy encountered numerous challenges throughout the week, including four double bogeys, leading him to a playoff with Justin Rose, ultimately securing his spot in the Masters Champions dressing room.
As a culmination of his relentless dedication and past struggles, he succumbed to emotion when his putt sank on the 18th hole, nailing a crucial 5-foot birdie.
The roar of Augusta was unparalleled as fans united in relief with McIlroy for finally overcoming his decade-long struggle.
In a heartfelt post-round interview, he stated: “There was immense emotion that came out on that 18th green. Moments like this make all the years of striving and near misses worthwhile.”
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RORY MCILROY ultimately secured the Masters to achieve a phenomenal Grand Slam after years of dedication.
The fan-favorite dropped to his knees in joy after defeating Justin Rose in a thrilling playoff.
In an emotional TV interview, McIlroy stated: “Moments like that make all the years and near misses worthwhile.”
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