The tennis Esports tournament is developed and supported by VR motion learning which has real-time body motion tracking, real-time data analysis, biomechanical modeling, computer vision and Mocap data analysis, and many more features. Based on a scientifically proven approach augmented with the Motion Learning Library and VR Motion Learning Methodology players will learn to move their body in a more efficient and focused way than ever possible in traditional training. They bring accessible prices and a useful technical setup for real-time motion learning technologies from the lab to the consumer market. This makes it possible for them to create realistic ball and racket physics in real-time and tennis esports games, enabling players to engage in practice sessions and matches online just like they would on a real court.

As we speak, the exhilarating holiday cup playoffs are taking place from December 25, 2023, to January 14, 2024.

Participants can earn tournament points through two thrilling game modes:

• Hit’emAll Holiday Cup 
• Instant Match Holiday Cup

Hit’Em

Hit’Em All stands out as a solo-player, arcade-style hit-the-target game. Scores will be showcased on a single leaderboard that remains unchanged.

Instant Match

Instant Match offers an online multiplayer experience with a 10-point tiebreak set. Be aware that the Instant Match leaderboard undergoes a weekly reset every Monday. What is an Instant Match?

Instant Match serves as a convenient feature within the Tennis Esports App by which toggling the switch located in the top right corner of the screen, players can activate Instant Match. This action initiates an automatic search for an opponent who has also activated Instant Match, creating an instantaneous match for you, and both players must have this activated in order to play.

The cumulative tournament points earned by players will determine their ranking on the Holiday Cup leaderboard.

Rules

Points are awarded to both the winner and loser of a match. Winning gets you 3 points while a loss is 1 point. Custom matches come pre-set in a 10-point tiebreaker format. To secure victory, you need to accumulate a minimum of 10 points and maintain a lead of at least 2 points over your opponent. The app will notify you when the match reaches completion are results are automatically linked to the app.

The organization has their own discord server which is the best way to navigate through the space. You can find players to play with in 3 ways. See the list of players in the server, search for specific players, and search the leaderboard to beat the top players. The good thing about discord is they have a bot which automatically convert time to your opponents timezone so both of you are certain you’re playing at the right time. 

There is also a strike system in order to maintain a professional format, ensure legitimacy, and provide an overall trustworthy and fair experience for all players. Not showing up to an agreed upon match results in 1 strike. Quitting a match before the end will also result in 1 strike. The most severe punishment is for those falsifying a result, which gives a 3 strike penalty. If a player receives 3 strikes, they will penalized 25% of their total points. A player receiving 4 strikes will be disqualified from the tournament. 

Finals

Gear up for the grand finale on January 20-21, 2024. The top 4 players from the tournament leaderboard as of January 14 will earn a coveted spot in the finals.

No pre-registration is required! All you need is access to Meta Quest 2/3 or Meta Quest Pro.

For Hit’EmAll, your rank on January 14th will determine the tournament points assigned to each player.

In the case of Instant Match, there will be three weekly leaderboards. Your best rank on one weekly leaderboard will contribute to your tournament points, and the final weekly leaderboard will be decisive.

To ensure fairness, the previous week’s winners will not participate in subsequent weekly leaderboards, setting the stage for an intense Hit’Em All showdown to determine the ultimate Top 4!

If you’re wondering about the virtual finals:

The top 4 players will advance to compete in an elimination bracket finals, promising an electrifying virtual gaming experience.

With about 2 weeks of the action already passed, we have some players that are looking good at the top of the table. Currently in 1st with 265 points Gebu75 from Germany. Placing 1st at Instant Match, and 2nd at Hit’em All, and the Tennis Esports Tour, gebu looks to provide strong competition.

Only 5 points behind Gebu, Chewypiano22 from Canada, does not have the established record like some other competitors. Despite the inexperience, Chewy is holding 2nd place well and doesn’t seem to be slowing down.

With only 10 points between 1st and 3rd place, the competition is close and it’s still too early to decide the winner. 3rd place Crocodileous from America and 4th place Catt84 from England. Having an already established record, Catt placed 1st in the Tennis Esports Tour, Wilson Virtual Championship, and Virtual Reality Tournament Tennis Canada. They have also placed 2nd and 3rd in competitions like the Erste Bank Virtual Open, Holiday Cup, Tennis Esports Elo Rating, and more.