Czech Television (ČT) made efforts to protest against the overlap in scheduling of hockey and speed skating events, which they deemed problematic for both sports' viewership. The organization was particularly concerned about the impact this scheduling conflict would have on fans trying to watch both events. The scheduling overlap has been a contentious issue as it risks alienating a segment of the audience that is interested in both sports, especially during significant competitions.

Despite their attempts, the protest did not succeed in altering the scheduled timings for these events. Fans have expressed frustration over the inability to follow their favorite sports simultaneously, highlighting the tricky balance sports organizers must maintain when programming events. ČT, acting on behalf of the viewers, sought to bring attention to the need for better scheduling practices to accommodate diverse audiences.

As this situation unfolds, it raises questions about how sports events are organized and whether broadcasters can negotiate time slots to avoid such conflicts in the future. The fans' discontent may prompt further discussions on how to manage event overlaps to enhance viewer experience, particularly as competition for viewership remains fierce in the sports media landscape.