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Balance the match count, then let results shape the next round.

Mexicano

Mexicano moves one round at a time. Once the results are in, FOM builds the next pairings. It balances match counts first, then lets the latest standings shape the next groups. Partners can rotate or stay fixed, with ranking based on Matches Won or Points Won.

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Match structure

How Mexicano runs in FOM Play.

  1. 01

    Choose rotating or fixed partners, then rank by Matches Won or Points Won.

  2. 02

    Build the first round from the starting player list or seeding.

  3. 03

    After each round, FOM creates the next pairings from the results entered so far.

  4. 04

    FOM balances match counts first. The chosen ranking method and point difference then help shape the next groups.

Works best for

  • Groups that want recent results to shape the next round
  • Hosts who want balanced match counts considered before standings
  • Groups using either rotating or fixed partners

How scoring works

Each round plays to a point target. Match counts are balanced first; the host’s ranking choice and point difference then help shape the next groups.

When to choose it

The right format follows the group’s goal.

Choose Mexicano when each next round should respond to results, with fair match counts prioritised before the standings.
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What the host should agree first

Before generating the match, make sure the player count, courts, rounds, scoring structure, partner mode, and ranking criterion are clear to the group.

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Start with the decision that matters most: an up-front schedule, result-led rounds, or tennis scoring.
01 Every round is ready before play begins.
Americano
ScheduleAll rounds up front

Choose Americano when the host wants every round generated up front; partner mode and ranking criterion remain configurable.

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02 Current format
Mexicano
ScheduleProgressive by round

Choose Mexicano when each next round should respond to results, with fair match counts prioritised before the standings.

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03 Tennis scoring, with rotating or fixed partners.
Match Play
ScoringTennis

Choose Match Play when the group wants tennis scoring; partner mode and ranking criterion remain configurable.

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Mexicano

Know which one you want to play?

Set the players and match structure. FOM will build the rounds and keep the scores and standings readable.
Set up a game Read the Mexicano guide