The Showdown: McIlroy and Scheffler v DeChambeau and Koepka (Source: Getty)
'The Showdown' featuring Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau was one of the most highly anticipated events of the year. However, the viewership has been extremely underwhelming, according to ratings.
'The Showdown' was broadcast by TNT and TBS on Tuesday, December 17th 2024. It was heavily promoted over the past few months, with Golf Digest even giving the four golfers a cover story. It was touted to be the ultimate PGA Tour vs LIV Golf faceoff, with the poster boys of both leagues being pitted against each other.
Although, the exhibition contest followed 'The Match' series in spirit, the former boasted of a different format. The 18-hole match play was conducted in sessions, with the first four holes played in fourball, the next in foursomes and final six holes in singles.
