Single elimination tournament for 238 teams
In this knockout bracket for 238 teams, every match is decisive: the winner advances and the loser is eliminated.
How does a single elimination tournament work?
Single elimination is a direct knockout format: winning means advancing to the next round, while losing means elimination.
Tournament structure
The bracket consists of knockout rounds in which teams are eliminated immediately after a loss. With some numbers of teams, there are byes in the first round.
Single elimination with 238 teams
This single elimination bracket for 238 teams includes 238 matches spread over 8 rounds.
With 238 teams, 18 teams enter the tournament in the second round. These teams receive a bye in the first round.
After the final match, one undefeated team remains: the winner of the tournament.
FAQ
How many matches are played?
In this single elimination tournament, 238 matches are played.
How many rounds are needed?
The number of rounds required depends on the number of participating teams. For this bracket, there are 8 rounds.
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