What is Vig (Vigorish)?
Same as juice — the bookmaker's built-in commission expressed as a percentage.
Definition
Vig is the formal name for the bookmaker's commission, derived from the Yiddish word for winnings. On any two-way market, calculate vig as: (1/odds_a) + (1/odds_b) − 1. A market with both sides at 1.91 has vig of 4.7%. Beating the vig long-term is the entire challenge of profitable sports betting — it's why pros line-shop, use exchanges, and prefer sharp books with thinner margins.
Example
Both sides of a coin flip priced at 1.91 / 1.91 means vig = (1/1.91)+(1/1.91)−1 = 4.7%. The fair line is 2.00 / 2.00.
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FAQ
What does "Vig (Vigorish)" mean in sports betting?
Same as juice — the bookmaker's built-in commission expressed as a percentage.
How is "Vig (Vigorish)" used at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Vig (Vigorish) applies to every World Cup 2026 match in the same way as any other regulated sports event. Fan Bet Odds tracks the relevant prices and lines across Bet365, Pinnacle, DraftKings, BetMGM and other licensed bookmakers — see the match prediction and odds pages for live application.
Where can I see "Vig (Vigorish)" in action on Fan Bet Odds?
Vig (Vigorish) appears throughout our match prediction pages (/odds/predictions/match/[slug]), market deep-dives (/odds/predictions/match/[slug]/[market]) and bookmaker reviews (/bet/bookmakers/[slug]). Use the related terms below to navigate the broader glossary.
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