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Jun 21st, 2018, 6:23 pm
WORLD CUP
PART 2 - PICK’EM
Draw
Jun 21st, 2018, 6:23 pm
Jun 21st, 2018, 6:47 pm
WORLD CUP
PART 2 - PICK’EM
Switzerland
Chocolate, Cheese, Mountains, and Lakes.
Jun 21st, 2018, 6:47 pm

“Life is life--whether in a cat, or dog or man. There is no difference there between a cat or a man. The idea of difference is a human conception for man's own advantage.”
― Śrī Aurobindo
Jun 21st, 2018, 7:25 pm
2018 WORLD CUP
PART 1 - DAILY DOUBLE
Brazil
Nigeria
Jun 21st, 2018, 7:25 pm

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Jun 21st, 2018, 8:45 pm
Croatia 3 - 0 Argentina

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Jun 21st, 2018, 8:45 pm

If you want to be happy, be... Happiness depends upon ourselves. :wave:

Cheers,
Diva ♥ x
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Jun 21st, 2018, 9:15 pm
PART 2 - PICK’EM
Serbia
Because so far it's the one chosen the less, so it would bring the bigger WRZ$ reward if they won :lol:
Jun 21st, 2018, 9:15 pm

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Jun 21st, 2018, 11:50 pm
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SPORTS CENTER CONTEST #136

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ROUND OF 16


Now... for a contest that will run over multiple days once the World Cup gets to the EXCITING ROUND OF 16

WARNING – PLEASE READ BEFORE ENTERING
For those of you that have been together with us going back to the Olympics, you will remember the first Bracket Challenge... This will be very similar

First, you will need to pay into the pool to join
(YES, YOU HAVE TO PAY WRZ$ TO PLAY THIS CONTEST)
NORMAL DISCLAIMER: YOU CAN LOSE WRZ$ PLAYING THIS GAME
Second, you will need to make picks for multiple rounds one round at a time, with only a limited time between rounds.
Third, while there is a little more skill required, each pick will still be a 50/50 guess ;)

Overview/Information
The concept is simple
You will be asked to make picks for each game at the start of every round
The last game before the Round of 16 will end on Thursday 6/28
At that time, we will know who will be playing who and will provide you with the information so you can make you picks
THERE WILL BE 5 ROUNDS CONSISTING OF A TOTAL OF 16 GAMES
ROUND ONE - ROUND OF 16 - 8 GAMES (6/30 thru 7/3)
ROUND TWO - QUARTER-FINALS - 4 GAMES (7/6 & 7/7)
ROUND THREE - SEMI-FINALS - 2 GAMES (7/10 & &/11)
ROUND FOUR - 3RD PLACE - 1 GAME (7/14)
ROUND FIVE - FINAL - 1 GAME (7/15)
For each round, you will earn points for each game you predict correctly
At the end of each round, we will post a summary of the results and provide you with the data you need for the next round
The people with the most points at the end of the tournament will win WRZ$
AND, for each correct pick, you will earn WRZ$
This means you have A CHANCE TO WIN WRZ$ ON EVERY GAME for one single entry fee ;)

The Odds
At this point, especially due to all the upsets, we have no clue which teams will advance to the round of 16
However, as picks are required for each round, we will provide the match ups and the odds as they become available

What is it?
This contest, you will be picking the winner of 16 different games, one round at a time.

How do you play?
To enter this contest, you will need to post the following
WORLD CUP ROUND OF 16 – BRACKET CHALLENGE
I’m in and I’ve paid my 100WRZ$ entry fee
(this only has to be paid once)

You must pay your bet amount to the The Honest Bookie @ SportsCenter.
How? Go HERE and push the 'donate' button. Then transfer your bet amount (100WRZ$) to SportsCenter and The Honest Bookie will hold your bet for you. Meet the Honest Bookie…
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If you don't pay the Honest Bookie, you picks will be ignored

Rules:
Points will be awarded for each game you get correct in each round
Round 1 - Round of 16 (8 games) – 1 point for each correct pick (8 possible points)
Round 2 - Quarter Final Games (4 games)- 2 points for each correct pick (8 possible points)
Round 3 - Semifinal Games (2 games) - 4 point for each correct pick (8 possible points)
Round 4 - Third Place Game - 8 points for picking the winner (8 possible points)
Final Round 5 - FINAL Game – 12 points for picking the winner (12 possible points)


If you were to pick all 16 games correctly, you would earn 44 points (and would probably win the contest :lol: :lol: :lol: :lol: )

You will need to post your picks for each round prior to the start of the round

For the First 4 Rounds you will post:
WORLD CUP – BRACKET CHALLENGE – Round (whatever round it is)
And your winners for all the games in the round


After each round is complete, we will post a summary of the results and provide you with the data you need for the next round

HOWEVER For the final round, since the 12 points will probably make the difference on who wins, and the tie breaker could be crucial, you will send a PM to a "Person To Be Determined Later" (somebody we decide on who is NOT playing in the contest) with your pick and a tie breaker. Your tie breaker will be what you think the total number of goals scored by both teams in the game i.e. 6 goals. If there is a tie in total points, whoever guesses the closest to the total goals scored will win.

Only 1 post per person per game. Any more and you will not receive any points for the game.

ALL PICKS MUST BE MADE PRIOR TO THE START OF THE GAMES
You can not edit your pick after the start of a round. If you do, you will not receive any points for any games in that round
If by some chance you miss posting your picks before the start of the round, you may post your picks for any games in that round that haven't started yet... However, you will receive 0 points for the game(s) you missed
All start times will be posted when the match ups for each round have been determined.
The First Game of the First Round will be
SATURDAY JUNE 30 AT
9 AM CHICAGO (UTC -5)
2 PM GMT (UTC - 0)

So all first round entries will be needed by then

Reward:
The payout will be determined by the total pool size
However, the Honest Bookie has been building up his fund and will be contributing to make sure that this event will be "special"

Now… we know this all sounds daunting. But, it’s really not. Based on the research we did after the first Bracket Challenge, it was the #1 Favorite of all of our Olympic contests. It's easier than it looks, and most people loved it :D

SO SIGN UP NOW SO YOU DON'T MISS THIS IMPORTANT CONTEST
And then pay attention to the updates so that you can make your picks and win with this very special WORLD CUP ROUND OF 16 BRACKET CHALLENGE


For an index of open events and a directory of recent contest results, go HERE
If you are new to SPORTS CENTER or if you have questions, check out the Sports Center FAQ, go HERE

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Jun 21st, 2018, 11:50 pm

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Jun 21st, 2018, 11:51 pm
WORLD CUP ROUND OF 16 – BRACKET CHALLENGE
I’m in and I’ve paid my 100WRZ$ entry fee
Jun 21st, 2018, 11:51 pm

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Jun 21st, 2018, 11:55 pm
My sister has warned me if I want my fave teams to win then I better stop watching their matches :? :wtf: She is saying my teams don’t win when I watch their matches :shifty: :eh: :cry: :crazy:

i am in, paid the fees :lol:

WORLD CUP ROUND OF 16 – BRACKET CHALLENGE
I’m in and I’ve paid my 100WRZ$ entry fee
Jun 21st, 2018, 11:55 pm

If you want to be happy, be... Happiness depends upon ourselves. :wave:

Cheers,
Diva ♥ x
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Jun 22nd, 2018, 12:01 am
WORLD CUP ROUND OF 16 – BRACKET CHALLENGE
I’m in and I’ve paid my 100WRZ$ entry fee
Jun 22nd, 2018, 12:01 am

“Life is life--whether in a cat, or dog or man. There is no difference there between a cat or a man. The idea of difference is a human conception for man's own advantage.”
― Śrī Aurobindo
Jun 22nd, 2018, 12:13 am
2018 WORLD CUP
PART 1 - DAILY DOUBLE
Brazil
Draw
Jun 22nd, 2018, 12:13 am

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Jun 22nd, 2018, 12:14 am
WORLD CUP
PART 2 - PICK’EM
Serbia
Because Serbia and Greece both were harassed by the Ottoman Empire :roll:
Jun 22nd, 2018, 12:14 am

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Jun 22nd, 2018, 1:13 am
WORLD CUP ROUND OF 16 – BRACKET CHALLENGE
I’m in and I’ve paid my 100WRZ$ entry fee
Jun 22nd, 2018, 1:13 am
Jun 22nd, 2018, 2:03 am
WORLD CUP
PART 2 - PICK’EM

Switzerland

Because Switzerland reminds me of mountaineering- Eiger & Matterhorn etc.
Jun 22nd, 2018, 2:03 am
Jun 22nd, 2018, 2:04 am
WORLD CUP ROUND OF 16 – BRACKET CHALLENGE
I’m in & I’ve paid my 100 WRZ$ entry fee
Jun 22nd, 2018, 2:04 am
Jun 22nd, 2018, 2:07 am
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2018 WORLD CUP
3 FOR 1

Many thanks to spiritofchaos, WordDiva and pjmpjm for the real-time updates :thumbup:
Here's a recap...

Contest 1
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As John said earlier, 18 people correctly picked Australia/Draw. Congrats!


Contest 2
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25 people correctly picked France. Congrats!


Contest 3
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11 people correctly picked Croatia/Draw. Congrats!

...and 8 people got 3 out of 3 right and will get a 25 WRZ$ bonus. Well done!
Jun 22nd, 2018, 2:07 am

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