In a scenario with limited facilities, which type of tournament is advisable?

In scenarios with limited facilities, a single elimination tournament is advisable because it requires fewer matches to determine a winner compared to other formats. In a single elimination format, each match results in one competitor being eliminated and the other advancing to the next round. This structure allows a tournament to be completed in a shorter time frame and minimizes the amount of court or field space needed at any given moment.

With fewer total matches, single elimination can effectively accommodate the constraints imposed by inadequate facilities. It also keeps the tournament focused and exciting, as each match has immediate implications for advancing to the next stage. This contrasts with formats like round robin, which demands more matches as every participant competes against all others, thereby requiring more time and greater resources.