elimination blackjack is a tournament format of blackjack invented by russ hamilton, that was played on the ultimate blackjack tour and in various casinos. it combines the game of blackjack with elements of no limit texas hold'em. unlike texas hold'em tournaments, players are still competing against the same dealer that is why the results of most players at the table are likely to be the same. ultimatebet, a sponsor of the ultimate blackjack tour, offered online elimination blackjack tournaments prior to bankruptcy.