As previously reported, the anti-Knicks campaign seen on NYC trains has come to an end as FS1 has taken obvious responsibility and have issued an official statement of apology.
Whether you were amused or not, you have got to admit that this campaign was hilarious. Some did not find it funny-i.e. Knicks fans and Jim Dolan, as he called to complain about them. FS1 issued a statement regarding the images seen on the train.
“Today, FS1 featured statements on a New York City subway car intended to reflect the distinct emotions and opinions of passionate sports fans,” Fox said in a statement. “We regret the tone and are removing the content in its entirety.”
They may regret the tone but it’s not like it’s not the truth. As mentioned earlier, James Dolan complained about the ads.
Adam Zagoria of SNY reported on his blog that Madison Square Garden executive chairman James Dolan had called Rupert Murdoch, executive chairman of News Corp., which owns Fox, to complain about the ads.
A sense of humor is necessary but also, change in the front office is needed more.