The bookmaker's built-in margin on a bet, also called the juice or hold. It's why the two sides of a line together imply more than 100% probability.
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- Vig: The bookmaker's built-in margin on a bet, also called the juice or hold. It's wh
What Is Vig?
The bookmaker's built-in margin on a bet, also called the juice or hold. It's why the two sides of a line together imply more than 100% probability.
Example
Two -110 sides of a spread carry about 4.5% vig: you risk $110 to win $100.
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See the full glossary and the how-to-bet hub for more.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Vig mean in betting?
The bookmaker's built-in margin on a bet, also called the juice or hold. It's why the two sides of a line together imply more than 100% probability.
Can you give a Vig example?
Two -110 sides of a spread carry about 4.5% vig: you risk $110 to win $100.
Where can I learn more?
The betting glossary and how-to-bet hub cover the rest.