Round Robin Tournament Calculator
Tournament Schedule
Total Rounds: 0
Matches per Round: 0
Total Matches: 0
Understanding Round Robin Tournaments
A round robin tournament is a competition where each participant plays against every other participant an equal number of times.
Tournament Types
Single Round Robin
- Each plays once
- Equal matches
- Fair competition
- Efficient scheduling
- Complete coverage
Double Round Robin
- Home and away games
- Balanced schedule
- More matches
- Better assessment
- Venue rotation
Applications
- Sports Leagues
- Chess Tournaments
- Gaming Events
- Academic Competitions
- Business Meetings
Frequently Asked Questions
How many rounds are needed?
For n participants, a single round robin requires (n-1) rounds, and a double round robin requires 2(n-1) rounds.
How many matches in total?
Total matches = n(n-1)/2 for single round robin, where n is the number of participants. Double this for double round robin.
What if there's an odd number of participants?
With an odd number, one participant will have a bye (no match) each round. The calculator handles this automatically.
Tournament Disclaimer
This calculator provides basic tournament scheduling. For official tournaments or complex events, consult with tournament organizing professionals.