The Twins' Bet (Was: Ron=DD?)

[justcarol67]

No: HPFGUIDX 94346

Kathy King wrote:
 They had apparently, already used a type of time-turner method in GoF 
> when they made the bet with Bagman. (They new the exact outcome of the 
> International Quidditch game)
>

I see no need to assume that the twins used a time turner here.
Apparently such devices are rare and require special permission. All
the twins needed to do was to use their considerable intelligence in
looking at two facts in relation to the nature of the game: The Irish
had the best *team* in the world, but Bulgaria had the best Seeker.
Note that *Ron* wore a hat and rosette supporting Ireland but bought a
miniature figure of Krum. The twins took this awareness a bit farther.
It was very likely that Krum would outmaneuver the Irish seeker and
catch the Snitch, but the Snitch is hard to spot and usually is not
caught until well into the game. The excellent Irish team would have
plenty of time to score while Viktor was either watching for the
Snitch or diverting the other seeker with feints. It really wasn't
that hard to figure out. No need for a time turner; just good betting
instincts and a knowledge of quidditch.

Carol