WWE SmackDown viewership rises ahead of SummerSlam on July 24
Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
WWE SmackDown's July 24 episode in Oakland, California, attracted an average of 1,253,000 viewers, marking an increase from the previous week's 1,243,000. The show's viewership has been on an upward trend throughout July, despite being 15% lower than July 2025. The key demographic rating for the show improved to 0.23 from 0.21, although it remains 40% down compared to last July's average of 0.40. Notable segments included a contract signing between GUNTHER and Nick Aldis, as well as matches featuring Lainey Reid, Brie Bella, Charlotte Flair, and Chelsea Green, all contributing to the build-up for SummerSlam.
- •SmackDown drew 1,253,000 viewers on July 24.
- •Viewership has increased throughout July but is 15% lower than last year.
- •The key 18–49 demographic rating rose to 0.23.
- •Segments included a GUNTHER-Nick Aldis contract signing and Brie Bella's match.
- •Charlotte Flair and Chelsea Green qualified for the Interim Women's Championship.
- 1:00 PMWrestling Inc — WWE SmackDown Ratings & Viewership Report: 7/24/2026
"WWE SmackDown's average viewership and key demographic rating have increased, with the show registering its highest viewership figure of the month.
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