4 team single elimination bracket
A seeded bracket for 4 teams or players: 2 rounds, no byes, one loss and you're out. Type team names into the sheet, then print it or download the PDF.
3Matches
2Rounds
0Byes
2Games to win it
First-round seeding
standard seeded draw| Match | Higher seed | Lower seed | Winner plays |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | #1 | #4 | Winner of match 2 (match 3) |
| 2 | #2 | #3 | Winner of match 1 (match 3) |
Other sizes and formats
Single elimination: other sizes
4 teams: other formats
Questions
How many games are in a 4 team single elimination bracket?
3. Every game knocks out one team, and 3 teams have to be knocked out to leave one champion. The games are spread over 2 rounds: 2, 1.
Does a 4 team bracket need byes?
No. 4 is a power of two, so all 4 teams play in round 1 and the field halves every round: 4, 2, then one champion.
How many games does the champion play?
2. Every team starts in round 1, so the winner plays once in each of the 2 rounds.
How long does a 4 team tournament take?
About 1h on two courts or fields with 30-minute games, because a round cannot start until the one before it is finished. Change the numbers in the calculator on this page for your own setup.