3 Team Single Elimination Bracket

3-team bracket at a glance

3 teams → 4 slots Rounds = 2 Matches = 2 Byes = 1

Seeds 1–1 receive a bye. The remaining 2 teams play 1 first-round match.

Round by round

Semifinals: 2 matches (1 played, 1 byes)
Final: 1 match

Seeding

Input order assigns seed 1 to the first name. Use random seeding for a blind draw, or manual order to arrange the bracket yourself. Standard placement keeps the top seeds apart until the later rounds.

Printing and sharing

Use Print / PDF for a clean bracket, then choose Save as PDF in your browser dialog if you want a file. Share link packs the full state into a URL snapshot; named saves and JSON export are available if you want a local backup.

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Frequently asked questions

How many matches are in a 3-team single elimination bracket?

2 matches. The champion wins 2 matches.

How many rounds?

2 rounds. The top 1 seeds receive a bye in the first round.

Are there byes?

Yes. The bracket uses 4 slots, so 1 top seeds receive a bye.

Can I edit the team names?

Yes. Replace the placeholder list with your own names and generate again.

Can I print or share it?

Yes. Print / PDF gives a clean printable bracket; share link encodes the full state as a snapshot URL.