CBS Sports chief seeks Olympics success while counterprogramming
New York CBS Sports president Neal Pilson says he hopes the ABC Olympics do well yet plans counterprogramming with auto racing golf and tennis events that differ from the Olympics. He warns sports ventures not to expect ever rising rights fees as networks reassess the funding model amid audience and ad revenue limits.
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Pilson Warns on TV Sports Deals Amid Antitrust Risks
Pilson argues TV networks risk antitrust violations if they collude on sports rights. He notes past multi network bids for Olympic and baseball packages surpassed expectations, and says CBS may cut smaller events if pricing becomes uneconomical. He cites Cotton Bowl talks as evidence of tougher network bargaining.
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Movie and TV Highlights From A Late Evening Schedule
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