Why do some sporting events start at odd times like 7:05 or like the Final Four games at 5:09, 7:54, etc rather than simply 7:00 or 5:00?
It works better for TV. Practically all TV is run on schedules of starting at the top of the hour or the bottom. For a sporting event, they want to have an introduction before the event starts.
The Short Answer
It works better for TV. Practically all TV is run on schedules of starting at the top of the hour or the bottom. For a sporting event, they want to have an introduction before the event starts. Sometimes they broadcast the singing of the anthems etc. they surely want to get some advertising in. They wouldn’t have time if the game started right on the hour.
Analysis
Key Concepts: Hour, event, want
This explanation focuses on hour, event, want and spans 67 words across 6 sentences. The depth is typical for Space & Astronomy questions (category average: 68 words), striking a balance between accessibility and completeness.
What This Answer Covers
The explanation opens with: “It works better for TV.” It then elaboratesultimately building toward a complete picture across 6 connected points.
How This Compares in Space & Astronomy
Ranked #222 of 500 Space & Astronomy questions by answer depth (top 45%). This falls in the detailed tier — above average depth. The explanation goes beyond surface-level but keeps things accessible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a simple explanation for why some sporting events start at odd times like 7:05 or like the final four games at 5:09, 7:54, etc rather than simply 7:00 or 5:00?
It works better for TV. Practically all TV is run on schedules of starting at the top of the hour or the bottom. For a sporting event, they want to have an introduction before the event starts. Sometimes they broadcast the singing of the anthems…
How detailed is this explanation compared to similar Space & Astronomy questions?
This is an above-average answer at 67 words, ranked #222 of 500 Space & Astronomy questions by depth. The key concepts covered are hour, event, want.
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The explanation uses direct explanation across 67 words. It is categorized under Space & Astronomy and addresses the question through 1 analytical lens.