Rating is now unified across the site
What changed
The site now shows one rating everywhere, with confidence included. The same number is used for the main standings, player pages, stats, match context, and Group Builder sorting.
Why it changed
Showing one rating beside a player and using a different order for groups was confusing. Players should be able to trust that the number they see is the number used by the app.
Confidence is now included directly in rating. A newer or returning player has less confirmed information, so their rating starts more carefully. As they play more matches, confidence usually improves and the rating becomes less conservative.
This also means a rating can move slightly even when a player did not play. If someone is inactive, confidence can fade a little, and the rating can drift down until new results confirm their current level.
How this affects players
Everyone sees the same rating that the app uses to rank players and build groups. There is only one rating to compare.
What this does not change
- Player ratings are not reset.
- Match results are still processed the same way.
- Confidence labels still work the same way.
- New or returning players can still move quickly after strong results.