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Explain clutch performance measurement as you would to a capable student, in 3-4 sentences.

Clutch performance measurement quantifies how well athletes or teams perform under high-pressure situations compared to normal circumstances. Researchers typically identify "clutch" moments (like close games in final minutes or playoff situations) and compare performance statistics in those situations versus low-pressure ones. A player who maintains or improves their performance when stakes are highest demonstrates positive clutch ability, while someone whose performance declines shows negative clutch ability. However, studies often find that clutch performance is rare or inconsistent, with most variation explained by sample size and random chance rather than a reliable skill.