The issue regarding the number of groups is open for discussion, and this aspect may be adjusted during registration and as justified proposals are received. As Ice mentioned, I genuinely want to provide each participant with the opportunity to compete against as many players as possible. Regarding the deadlines, they will be strictly enforced, and penalties will be applied to those who cause delays. In my opinion, prolonging the tournament for months due to a couple of "busy" players is disrespectful to all other participants, or, if you prefer, it leads to a loss of interest among the organizers themselves in their own tournament. I believe there's a hint in that... I'm simply expressing my opinion.