What is a freezeout poker tournament?

A freezeout poker tournament is a common format of poker tournament where players start with a set amount of chips and are eliminated when they lose all of their chips. Unlike rebuy or reentry tournaments where players can buy back in after losing all their chips, in a freezeout tournament, once a player is eliminated they are out of the tournament for good.

Freezeout tournaments can have different structures, such as a single table or multi-table format, and can have varying buy-ins and prize structures. Players must play strategically and manage their chip stack effectively in order to survive and advance through the tournament.

The last player remaining, who has all the chips, is declared the winner of the tournament and receives the top prize. Freezeout tournaments are popular in both live and online poker, and are a test of skill and endurance for players looking to compete against others in a competitive setting.