round robin tournament
sports and games event
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A round-robin tournament is a competition format where every participant plays against every other participant exactly once. This contrasts with elimination tournaments, where losers are removed after a single defeat. In a round-robin, the contestant with the highest number of victories is declared the champion. This method ensures that all participants have an equal opportunity to compete against each other, providing a comprehensive test of skill.12
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