Americano
The Americano is a round-robin format where every player partners with and plays against every other player exactly once (when possible). All matches are predetermined—no reseeding. Perfect for social events where variety matters.
Key Features
True Round-Robin
Play with everyone as a partner and face everyone as an opponent throughout the tournament.
Predetermined Schedule
All match combinations are calculated before start. No surprises—you know your schedule in advance.
Maximum Variety
Experience different partnerships and playing styles. Great for learning and socializing.
Guaranteed Fairness
Everyone plays the same opponents and has equal rest. Schedule ensures fair distribution.
How It Works
Set Up Tournament
Add players, configure points per match, set number of courts, and choose individual or fixed team mode.
Auto-Generate Schedule
The system calculates all match combinations ensuring each player partners with and faces everyone.
Play All Rounds
Follow the fixed schedule. Points accumulate individually or per team based on your mode.
Optional Finals
Complete all scheduled matches, or trigger knockout rounds early for top players.
Rules & Scoring
1 Match Structure
- Matches played to a combined point target (e.g., 21 total points)
- Point targets must be odd numbers to guarantee a winner
- Example: Final scores could be 11-10, 12-9, 13-8, etc.
2 Serving
- First serve: 1 serve from the right side
- After that: 2 serves per team (left then right, like tennis tiebreak)
3 Scoring
- Individual mode: Each player adds their pair's points to personal total
- Fixed teams mode: Teams accumulate points together
- Winner: Highest total points after all combinations played
Best For
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