Why the hell did they cut off live stream on Pickleball TV during game 4 to switch to Fox? How is this possibly a good idea? PPA website says coverage will resume later what is the point of flip flopping? Pickleball TV should be streaming the entire event.
Summary
- Fans divided over Fox switching live stream mid-game for national coverage
- Some see it as a good exposure and money move, while others criticize the decision
- Suggestions to demand full event coverage or implement rally scoring
Fan Reactions
“Fox bought the two-hour time slot for national coverage. Happens more frequently and it’s a good thing for pickleball exposure and money into the PPA Tour,” explained moebam.
Differing Opinions
PickleSmithPicklebal added, “The answer is almost always MONEY.” AaayMan expressed concerns about potential viewer loss: “If they want to sell the rights to FOX Sports then demand they pay to cover the whole event.”
Optimism and Disappointment
Luke-pv acknowledged the annoyance but highlighted the positive aspect of major network coverage: “But it’s great that a major network is covering a pickleball tournament.” However, chriskun questioned the decision, stating, “Makes me question their choices.”