noun
seeding right; automatic qualification
Sports term for the right to be seeded in a tournament, granting a favorable position or automatic advancement.
彼は世界ランキング上位なので、シード権を獲得した。
Because of his high world ranking, he earned a seeding right.
シード権があると、初戦から強豪と当たら
Having a seeding right means you can avoid facing strong opponents in the first round.