The cover night of the Sanremo Festival, aired on Rai1, saw a significant decline in viewership this year, with an average of 10 million 789 thousand viewers and a 65.6% share. This marks a noticeable drop compared to previous years; for instance, in 2025, the duets performed during the fourth night garnered an audience of 13 million 575 thousand, achieving a higher share of 70.8%. This trend raises questions about the evolving interests of the audience and the appeal of the festival.