Vig (Juice) Meaning in Sports Betting

Vig (Juice) betting definition with a plain-English example.

The bookmaker's built-in commission, which is why both sides of a market price below fair value.

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What Is Vig (Juice)?

The bookmaker's built-in commission, which is why both sides of a market price below fair value.

Example

Two -110 sides each carry vig; the book profits on balanced action.

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See the full glossary and the how-to-bet hub for more.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Vig (Juice) mean in betting?

The bookmaker's built-in commission, which is why both sides of a market price below fair value.

Can you give a Vig (Juice) example?

Two -110 sides each carry vig; the book profits on balanced action.

Where can I learn more?

The betting glossary and how-to-bet hub cover the rest.

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