Major surprise on TV: the 'Summer Grand Prix' sweeps the audience

The nostalgic spectators celebrated this Monday night the triumphant return of the Grand Prix del Verano to the screen of La 1 de TVE after a long period of eighteen years.

Oliver Thansan
Oliver Thansan
24 July 2023 Monday 16:27
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Major surprise on TV: the 'Summer Grand Prix' sweeps the audience

The nostalgic spectators celebrated this Monday night the triumphant return of the Grand Prix del Verano to the screen of La 1 de TVE after a long period of eighteen years. The show came back with impressive force, capturing the audience's attention with a spectacular audience share of 26.1%, which translated into an impressive 2,572,000 viewers.

The enthusiasm of the public was not only manifested in the undisputed leadership of prime time, but also that the contest was crowned as the most watched program of the day, surpassing all other offers from private channels. The numbers speak for themselves: more than 5.9 million viewers tuned in, at least for one minute, to this beloved show.

The return of the Summer Grand Prix showed that memories last in the hearts of viewers. From challenging tests to contagious laughter from the audience, the show transported audiences back to a time when fun and excitement were essential ingredients for television entertainment.

The resounding success of the first broadcast on its return is a clear indicator of the appreciation and affection that the public continues to have for this legendary contest. The data from the audience consultancies Dos30', Barlovento Comunicación and GECA attested to the magnitude of this television phenomenon, consolidating the Summer Grand Prix as an unbeatable phenomenon that brings together entire families in front of the screen.

The Grand Prix del Verano, with its overwhelming return, stands as a winning bet for La 1 de TVE and a boost for free-to-air television. The solid presence of more than 5.9 million viewers, who tuned in for at least one minute to the contest, highlights the importance of having emblematic programs full of nostalgia on the television schedule.

With a captive audience eagerly awaiting its return, the show has made it clear that its charm and competitive spirit remain as compelling as it was on its first run. This resounding success begins a new stage full of expectations, where the Summer Grand Prix is ​​preparing to delight and excite a new generation of viewers, keeping the flame of summer fun alive on Spanish television.