WNBA achieves record highs in viewership and attendance during 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 14, 2026, 3:04 PM
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
The WNBA reported significant growth during the 2026 season, announcing record-breaking viewership and attendance figures. More than 91 million viewers tuned in, doubling last season's numbers. The league averaged 11,474 fans per game, with a total of 3.8 million attendees and 212 sellouts. The finals are set to begin on October 17, featuring the Atlanta Dream against the Golden State Valkyries.
- •WNBA had over 91 million viewers in 2026, doubled from 2025.
- •Record average attendance of 11,474 fans per game.
- •212 sellout games contributed to total attendance of 3.8 million.
- •The finals will start on October 17 between the Dream and Valkyries.
- •Caitlin Clark's Indiana Fever set a record for points per game.
- 3:04 PMYahoo Sports — WNBA announces league shattered viewership, attendance records during 2026 season
"The WNBA excelled to new heights in 2026.
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