Map Handicap: BST (-1.5) vs ALKA (+1.5)
What resolves this contract
This market refers to the Counter-Strike Quarterfinal 4 match between BESTIA and ALKA in the BetBoom Storm Playoffs, initially scheduled for August 14 at 7:00PM ET. This market will resolve to "BESTIA" if BESTIA wins 2 or more maps than ALKA in this match. Otherwise, this market will resolve to "ALKA". Maps won by forfeit, disqualification, walkover, or default are counted towards the handicap, provided that the match is completed. If the match is canceled (not played at all for any reason), ends in a tie, or is delayed beyond 7 days from the scheduled date without a winner determined, th
How to read the price
Prediction market prices are expressed in cents on the dollar. A YES contract trading at 54¢ means the market is pricing in a 54.5% implied probability of the event resolving YES. If resolution comes back YES, the contract pays $1. If NO, it pays $0.
Volume vs. open interest
Total traded volume ($9,899) reflects every buy and sell across the life of this contract. Open interest ($10,081) is the dollar value of positions currently held by traders. Deep liquidity and wide open interest are the two signals that the quoted price is reliable.
Where to trade this market
This contract is listed on Polymarket. PicksByOdds does not accept deposits, execute trades, or offer brokerage. We publish the data; you decide what to do with it.
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Common questions about this market
How is this market resolved?
This market refers to the Counter-Strike Quarterfinal 4 match between BESTIA and ALKA in the BetBoom Storm Playoffs, initially scheduled for August 14 at 7:00PM ET. This market will resolve to "BESTIA" if BESTIA wins 2 or more maps than ALKA in this match. Otherwise, this market will resolve to "ALKA". Maps won by forfeit, disqualification, walkover, or default are counted towards the handicap, provided that the match is completed. If the match is canceled (not played at all for any reason), ends in a tie, or is delayed beyond 7 days from the scheduled date without a winner determined, th
When does this contract expire?
This contract closes on 2026-08-15, 1 day from now. After close, the final outcome is determined per the resolution rules above, and contracts settle at $1 (winning side) or $0 (losing side).
What happens if I buy YES at 54¢?
If the event resolves YES, each YES contract pays $1 , a profit of 45¢ per dollar risked. If it resolves NO, the contract pays $0 and the full 54¢ is lost. Current market price implies a 54.5% probability of YES.
Where is this market listed?
This contract is listed on Polymarket. PicksByOdds aggregates and displays public market data; we do not broker trades or custody funds.
How reliable is the quoted price?
This market has $9,899 in total traded volume and $10,081 in open interest. Deeper liquidity generally means tighter spreads and more reliable implied probabilities. Prices refresh multiple times per day.