Tennis Round Robin Schedule for 16 Players
Here's what a round robin with 16 players looks like:
Rounds
15
Total Matches
120
Courts Needed
4
Est. Time
~4 hours
Assuming pro set format (first to 8 games), ~35-45 minutes per match.
Group Stage Option for 16 Players
Four groups of 4 is the USTA-recommended format for 16-player club events. Top 2 advance to an 8-player knockout.
Recommended Format for 16 Players
Four groups of 4 feeding into a knockout bracket. Use timed matches or short sets in groups to keep the schedule tight.
Other Tennis Round Robin Sizes
16-Players Round Robins in Other Sports
Prefer a Bracket?
If you're short on time or want a more dramatic elimination format, try a bracket instead:
Tennis Bracket for 16 Players →Manage Tournaments Automatically
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