Championship playoffs are a series of competitive games held at the end of a sports season to determine the overall champion of a league or tournament. Teams that perform well during the regular season qualify for these playoffs, where they compete in elimination rounds. The format can vary, but it often includes best-of series or single-elimination matches. In many sports, such as basketball, football, and hockey, the playoffs culminate in a final championship game or series. The winning team is awarded a trophy and often celebrated as the best in their league for that season.