relegation

Relegation is a process in sports leagues where teams that perform poorly over a season are moved down to a lower division or league for the next season. It’s a way to maintain competitive balance, giving successful teams opportunities to rise while ensuring weaker teams face tougher challenges. Typically, the bottom teams in a higher division are replaced by the top teams from the division below. This system encourages ongoing effort and performance, as teams know that poor results can lead to being demoted, impacting their future competition level.