Rules & Regulations

1. Tournament Format
   • 4 teams will play in a round robin format.
   • Two top teams will play in the Doubles Final.
2. Ranking will be based on
   • Total points
   • Head-to-head result (if points are tied)
   • Set Difference
   • Game different
   • Coin toss
3. Scheduling
   • Teams will schedule and complete the group matches during the allotted period of Apr 3-10, 2026
     • Teams are discouraged to leave any matches for the last allowed date (Apr 10) for two reasons:
       • Weather may be a factor
       • Finalists may have to play back-to-back days.
   • Once confirmed, the schedule will be posted to the website as well as group chat to encourage supporters to come and enjoy.
4. Scoring
   • Win = 2 points, Loss = 0 points, no draws allowed
   • All matches will be best of 3 full sets.
   • Standard tennis rules apply
     • If the score reaches 6-6 in the first two sets, a tiebreaker (first to 7 points, win by 2) will be played
     • If the 3rd set is tied at 6-6, winner will be decided by a 10-point tiebreaker (first to 10 points, win by 2)
     • Game Difference (GD) will be calculated by number of total games won minus number of total games lost
     • Tiebreaker counts as a game and will be counted in the GD. For example, if a team wins by 7-6, 7-6, it will gain +2 GD and +2 Set difference.
     • Forfeited matches will have a score of 6-0, 6-0, with GD of 12.
     • For Partially forfeited matches, winner will be awarded all remaining games. So, if a player forfeits while leading 5-3, it will be recorded as 5-7, 0-6 with a GD of -8.
5. Code of Conduct
   • Players must arrive 15 minutes before the match start time.
   • Warm-up time: 5 minutes before the match.
   • Players must respect the umpire’s decisions.
   • In the absence of an umpire, the call belongs to the receiving team. If the hitting team feels strongly about a call, the receiving team may (but not obligated to) replay that point.
   • Any misconduct or unsportsmanlike behavior may lead to point penalties or disqualification.
   • It is expected that the non-playing players will referee the match
6. Equipment and Dress Code
   • Players must wear proper tennis attire and shoes.
   • Each player should bring their own racquet.
   • NOBILITY BROTHERS will provide the tournament balls
   • If the weather conditions are not in favor, we will move to indoor facilities – GOT TO WATCH OUT THE WEATHER APP)
7. Tie and Walkover Rules
   • Both players for a team failing to appear within 15 minutes of the scheduled time will forfeit the match (walkover).
   • Injuries or retirements during a match will result in the opponent being declared the winner.
8. In case of any disputes, Tournament Committee will review all scenarios and offer a verdict.
9. Awards
   • Champion
   • Runner-up