苹果电视瞄准英国高尔夫公开赛美国转播权

Apple TV is reportedly among the companies considering a bid for the US media rights to The Open, placing one of golf’s most historic championships within reach of the streaming service. Netflix and Amazon are also expected to examine the opportunity as competition for premium live sports continues to intensify. The Open would bring a very different character to Apple TV’s sports portfolio. Played on links courses across the United Kingdom, the championship carries more than a century and a half of tradition, unpredictable coastal weather and a global field competing for the Claret Jug. Acquiring the tournament would also test whether Apple TV can turn a major annual event into a meaningful subscription driver. …