The final is usually, but not always, the last match in a tournament to be played, and the winner of this match is declared the winner of the whole tournament. In many contests, the winner(s) and runner(s)-up receive gold and silver medals respectively.
The final is typically, but not invariably, the last match in a tournament to be played, and the victor of this match is declared the overall champion. In many competitions, the winners and second-place finishers receive gold and silver medals respectively.