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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

01

Set Up Tournament

Add players, configure points per match, set number of courts, and choose individual or fixed team mode.

02

Auto-Generate Schedule

The system calculates all match combinations ensuring each player partners with and faces everyone.

03

Play All Rounds

Follow the fixed schedule. Points accumulate individually or per team based on your mode.

04

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

Social gatheringsMeeting new playersClub introductionsFair competition

Ready to run an Americano?

Let the system generate the perfect schedule for your group.

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