NBCs broadcast of Sundays Sirius at The Glen proved to be the top sports event on television this weekend, according to Nielsen Media Researchs overnight numbers, todays Sports Business Daily reports. The race drew a 5.0 rating and a 12 share. The second biggest draw was NBCs pre-race show with a 2.9/7, ahead of CBSs 2.8/6 for its final round coverage of the PGA Tour event. Last years race drew a final 5.3/14, which was up 12.8 percent over the 4.7/13 in 2001.( Winston Cup Scene Daily Newsletter )(8-11-2003)
