There's no longer a waiting period to receive your DUPR rating! Immediately after your first valid match is entered into the system, you will receive a rating reflective of your performance against rated players. This initial rating is just the beginning of your rating journey on DUPR. As you play more matches, your rating may fluctuate. This fluctuation is a normal part of the process as the system begins to understand your skill level better.
Your rating will adjust based on the outcomes of your matches (victories will increase your rating, and losses will cost you points) and will start to stabilize once you are consistently logging matches. When it comes to self-posted matches, the maximum increase or decrease is calculated for each game played in the match. This can lead to an intriguing scenario where your rating may decrease even after a win. That being said, consistently playing above your level will still move your rating up as the algorithm learns your skill level increase.
Impact of Matches with Non-Rated (NR) Players
For players with established ratings, the impact on their rating from matches against unrated players will be minimal, irrespective of the match outcome. Given that unrated players lack a match history, these matches carry less weight compared to those played against other rated players. We highly encourage rated players to engage with new and unrated players to help them embark on their DUPR journey. This inclusive approach not only fosters community growth but also assists new players in integrating into the rating system.
When a match involves only NR players, we start with a standard assumption that the level of play is around a 3.5. Following the match, the ratings are adjusted to reflect the performance shown during the match, with winners rated above 3.5 and losers below, to accurately represent the skill levels demonstrated.
All of these decisions ensure that your rating is as accurate and personalized as possible from the start. As you continue to engage in matches, especially against rated players, your rating will become more stable and reflective of your true playing level.
Most concerns regarding people's ratings are resolved once they've logged enough matches. That being said, if you have a concern regarding your rating, please submit a request and we'll do our best to assist you.
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