Knockout format

A knockout format is a tournament style where teams or players compete in direct elimination matches. Each match's loser is immediately out of the competition, while the winner moves on to the next round. This process continues until only one competitor remains, who is then declared the champion. Knockout formats are commonly used in sports and competitions because they streamline the progression and create a clear path to the final winner, emphasizing head-to-head performance without the need for rounds of ranking or scoring across multiple matches.