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Broadcasters air commercials during World Cup hydration breaks

sportsJun 14, 202616312

Broadcasters cut to paid commercials during FIFA's official midmatch hydration breaks at multiple World Cup matches. U.S. networks including Fox and FS1 filled those stoppages with ad spots and occasional music overlays, with instances during Scotland vs Haiti and Australia vs Turkey coverage. Because hydration breaks are official safety pauses to address heat, airing commercials during them monetizes a player-protection pause and can disrupt match momentum and viewing continuity.