Single elimination tournament for 89 teams
A single elimination tournament for 89 teams is a knockout system in which a team is eliminated immediately after one loss.
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 winners of the matches continue to advance through the bracket until two teams remain for the final.
Single elimination with 89 teams
With 89 participating teams, a total of 89 matches are needed to determine one winner. The bracket has 7 rounds.
Because 89 teams do not form a completely filled knockout bracket, 39 teams receive a bye and do not have to play in the first round.
The eventual winner is the only team that has not lost a single match.
FAQ
How many matches are played?
For 89 teams, 89 matches are required. Each match eliminates one team until a single winner remains.
How many rounds are needed?
To go from 89 teams to one winner, the bracket runs through 7 rounds.
Single elimination brackets by number of teams
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