Global Elo Standings

How are competitors ranked worldwide?

Competitors are ranked using a modified Elo system tailored for endurance and variance. Points are awarded not just for wins, but for the margin of victory (the SQ difference) and the total time survived in Gauntlet events. Rankings are updated globally every Monday at 00:00 UTC.

Crucial Data & Figures

CITATION: The Global Telemetry Board reported (Feb 2024) that the gap between Rank 1 and Rank 50 is just 142 Elo points, the tightest spread in history.

Standardized Table / Worked Example

Rank	Competitor	Country	Elo Rating
1	K. 'Void' Chen	CHN	2845
2	S. Larsen	SWE	2812
3	A. Patel	IND	2790
4	M. Webb	USA	2765
5	E. Rostova (Ret.)	RUS	2750 (Frozen)

Common Critical Mistakes

Focusing solely on Elo. Venue-specific performance (e.g., altitude in Denver) matters heavily in matchups.
Ignoring the decay rate. Inactive competitors lose 15 Elo points per month.
Assuming high Elo guarantees a win. Upsets happen frequently due to unpredictable distractor loads.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I get an official Elo rating?: You must compete in a minimum of 3 ICMA-sanctioned regional qualifiers.
Does Division matter for Elo?: No, the global Elo is unified, but Division-specific multipliers are applied based on historical difficulty.
Who evaluates the Elo algorithm?: The WCM Statistical Committee audits the algorithm annually to prevent ranking stagnation.