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Tarp Miscue Causes Nearly Two-Hour Rain Delay in Braves–Nationals Finale

The long seventh-inning stoppage on Sunday exposed grounds-crew errors that lengthened repairs, creating scheduling and betting headaches for both teams.

Overview

  • The three-game weekend set at Truist Park featured three weather delays, with the decisive stoppage coming in the seventh inning on Sunday.
  • MLB confirmed the seventh-inning delay lasted about 1 hour and 28 minutes after the Braves’ grounds crew could not get the tarp fully over the first-base line and crews used extra drying methods.
  • Washington held on to win the rubber match 2-1, ending a Truist Park series drought and receiving a six-scoreless-inning quality start from Foster Griffin.
  • The Braves posted public restart times on social media during delays to give fans and staff estimated resumption times, and the long interruption forced Atlanta to alter its bullpen plans.
  • Bettors were reminded that most online sportsbooks will void or refund wagers if a game is suspended and not completed within roughly 48 hours, but specific rules differ by bookmaker and bet type.