Tournaments

Comprehensive documentation for advanced tournament types and specialized formats supported by SwissSys. This section covers complex tournament structures and specialized chess competitions.

Tournament Formats

Swiss System Variations

Standard Swiss tournaments
Accelerated Swiss formats
Modified Swiss systems
Hybrid tournament structures

Round Robin Events

Complete round robin
Partial round robin formats
Double round robin
Quad tournaments

Specialized Formats

Elimination tournaments
Ladder competitions
Rating-restricted events
Multi-section championships

Scoring and Tiebreaks

Tiebreak Systems

Standard tiebreak methods
FIDE-approved tiebreaks
Custom tiebreak formulas
Team tournament tiebreaks

Point Systems

Traditional scoring (1-½-0)
Alternative point systems
Bonus point structures
Performance rating calculations

Advanced Features

Multi-Section Events

Section management
Cross-section interactions
Combined standings
Section-specific rules

Rating Considerations

Rating calculations
Provisional ratings
Unrated tournament handling
Rating report generation

Administrative Tools

Tournament Utilities

Data validation
File management
Backup procedures
Tournament archiving

Special Situations

Emergency procedures
Rule modifications
Dispute resolution
Tournament reconstruction

Each tournament topic includes detailed setup procedures, rule explanations, and administrative guidance for complex chess competitions.