Bubble factor compares the tournament-value damage of losing chips with the benefit of winning a corresponding amount. Values above one reflect asymmetric risk created by the payout structure.
Example
Example of Bubble Factor
Losing an all-in would eliminate you just before a pay jump, while winning would not double your expected prize value. That imbalance can produce a high bubble factor.
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