The Great American Getaway 400 TV Ratings Crash

Viewership Decline at Pocono

NASCAR's Pocono race saw a 15% drop in viewership, averaging 2.391 million viewers in 2024.

Impact of Declining Ratings

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Dominance of Joe Gibbs Racing

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Ryan Blaney's Victory

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Television Ratings Overview

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Challenges in Sports Broadcasting

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Strategic Innovations Needed

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Anticipation for the Brickyard 400

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Unique Aspects of the Brickyard

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Future Growth for NASCAR

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