What are wind gusts in sports betting?
The short answer
Intermittent bursts of stronger wind. More unpredictable than steady wind - timing affects play outcomes.
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In plain English
The wind comes in strong bursts. A kick might be fine, or a gust hits at the wrong moment.
What to remember about Wind Gusts
The definition
Intermittent bursts of stronger wind. More unpredictable than steady wind - timing affects play outcomes.
In plain English
The wind comes in strong bursts. A kick might be fine, or a gust hits at the wrong moment.
Example in context
Gusts up to 35 mph expected - even with 15 mph sustained, timing is everything.
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