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Understanding the Phases of a Multi-Table Tournament (MTT)
NewsApril 14, 2023·1 min read

Understanding the Phases of a Multi-Table Tournament (MTT)


The MTT Project group published an article identifying the phases of a Multi-Table Tournament (MTT).

The Phases of a MTT

The phases of a MTT are: Tranquila, Peligrosa, and Mesa Final.

The Tranquila phase begins at the start of the tournament until the prize bubble approaches and after entering the prize zone until the final table. The Peligrosa phase includes the prize bubble and the final table bubble. The Mesa Final phase is also known as the End Game.

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