By Yves Richel ·
King of the Court uses the same king-court reseeding as Move Up / Move Down. The difference is the scoring: only the court you finish on after the last round counts. Battle your way to Court 1 to win — everything else is just a stepping stone.
How does the King of the Court format work?
Random first round
Round 1 is random.
King-court reseeding
After each round, winners climb, losers drop. Same mechanic as Move Up / Move Down.
Only the last round counts
Wherever you are when the final round ends — that's your standing. Finish on Court 1 to win the tournament.
Tiebreakers
Players who missed the final round get the worst position (court count + 1). Within the same court, wins from the final round break ties.
What are the rules of the King of the Court format?
- Same court reseeding as Move Up / Move Down.
- Only the final round's court determines standings.
- Players who skipped the final round get the worst position.
- Best for short tournaments where the final climb matters most.
When is the King of the Court format the right choice?
Perfect for short, dramatic formats. Every round is a stepping stone — only the last court matters. Works well with 8–16 players.
Best for: 8–16 players