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a competition in which the best player or team is chosen

Ex: She trained rigorously in preparation for the upcoming tennis championship.
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tour
[noun]

a series of matches played by a particular sports teams in various locations

Ex: The soccer team embarked on a preseason tour, playing friendly matches in different countries to prepare for the upcoming season .
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prelim
[noun]

an initial round or stage that comes before the main competition, often used to determine who qualifies or how participants are placed

Ex: The perlims allowed participants to gauge their competition before the final showdown.
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repechage
[noun]

a round or series of rounds where competitors who have been previously defeated have another opportunity to continue in the competition

Ex: The judo tournament included a repechage round for those who did n't advance directly .
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final
[noun]

the last match, race, etc., in a competition that determines the champion

Ex: The final of the tennis tournament drew a large crowd of excited fans .
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semifinal
[noun]

one of the two competitions before the final round

Ex: The crowd went wild when their team advanced to the semifinal, hopeful for a win in the next round.
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a competition where teams are composed of one male and one female player

Ex: Mixed doubles pairings can be challenging but fun .
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league
[noun]

a group of sports clubs or players who compete against each other and are put together based on the points they have gained through the season

Ex: Professional athletes often compete in international leagues.
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match
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a competition in which two players or teams compete against one another such as soccer, boxing, etc.

Ex: He trained hard for the upcoming match, determined to improve his performance and win .
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matchup
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a sports event with two players or teams competing against one another

Ex: I ’m looking forward to watching the matchup between the defending champions and the underdogs .
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a non-competitive match or game played for entertainment, practice, or promotional purposes, rather than as part of a formal competition or league

Ex: She scored a hat trick in the exhibition game against the visiting team .
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the top professional football league in England, comprising 20 clubs competing for the championship title

Ex: Premier League matches are played in stadiums across England , with some also held abroad .
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a competitive international match in sports such as cricket or rugby, serving as a formal test of skill between national teams

Ex: Fans traveled from across the country to watch the test match at the historic stadium .
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a professional American football league comprising 32 teams

Ex: Winning the Super Bowl is the NFL's top prize.
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a series of sporting games in which teams or players compete against different rivals in different rounds until only one remains and that is the winner

Ex: The local golf tournament raised funds for charity while showcasing impressive talent .
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a substance used by athletes to improve athletic performance, often banned by sports organizations due to unfair advantages

Ex: Athletes who use performance-enhancing drugs risk disqualification from competition .
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handicap
[noun]

a set of rules or conditions that are put in place to balance the game and give a disadvantaged player a better chance of winning

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a special additional round or rule used to determine a winner when the score is equal after regular play

Ex: The chess match reached a stalemate and was decided by a tiebreaker.
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an event or contest in which individuals or teams compete against each other

Ex: The dance competition at the festival was the highlight of the night .
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the traditional Scottish athletic competitions that feature events like hammer throwing

Ex: The highland games offer a unique experience for visitors to Scotland .
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the athletic events where participants showcase strength through various feats of power, such as lifting heavy objects and pulling vehicles

Ex: Strongman competitions attract athletes from around the world .
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to replay
[Verb]

to play a match again, due to specific circumstances such as a tie or inconclusive outcome

Ex: In the event of a draw , chess players may opt to replay the match to establish a clear winner .
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the period in a game when the outcome is virtually decided, and less experienced or non-starting players are often given playing time

Ex: The coach used garbage time to experiment with different lineup combinations .
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a race format where individuals or teams compete against the clock to achieve the fastest time

Ex: He struggled during the time trial but still managed to finish in the top ten.
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the initial round where teams compete within groups to advance

Ex: Each team plays multiple opponents in the group stage.
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the highest level of competition within a particular league or division

Ex: Injury setbacks can hinder a team's chances in the Premiership.
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a round or stage of a tournament, where the number of participants is reduced to eight

Ex: Fans packed the stadium to watch the quarterfinals of the soccer championship .
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the international competitions where athletes or teams from various countries compete to determine the best in their sport

Ex: They are the current world championships winners .
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a set of championships or matches happening in a particular sport including tennis, golf, or rugby that are of great significance

Ex: The boxer aspired to win a grand slam of world titles by becoming the champion in multiple weight divisions , cementing his legacy as one of the greatest fighters of all time .
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a sports match or event where both teams are near each other in the league standings, and the result significantly affects their rankings

Ex: Tonight 's fixture is a six pointer; a win could lift us out of the relegation zone .
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to run
[Verb]

to participate in a race

Ex: She ran her first 10 K race and finished with a smile .
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century
[noun]

a race or competition that spans a distance of one hundred units, such as meters, kilometers, or miles

Ex: Every year , the town hosts a century walk to celebrate its founding .
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high-scoring
[Adjective]

of a game or match, where a large number of points or goals are scored

Ex: The tennis match turned into a high-scoring marathon , lasting over five hours .
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a competitive contest where athletes perform dives from a springboard or platform into water, aiming for skill, technique, and grace

Ex: He practiced his twists and flips for weeks leading up to the diving event.
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