The influence of weather on the outcome of sporting events: a non-obvious factor in betting
Introduction
An often overlooked aspect in examining sporting events and predicting outcome is the impact of climate. While numerous factors are scrutinized by analysts and fans, the influence of unfavorable or variable inclement weather sometimes takes a back seat. This underestimated effect could play a key factor in deciding the outcome of a match, ranging from minimal changes in ball behavior to major effects on the physical condition and morale of the participants.
