# Elite 1000 Overview

The Elite 1000 is a sample of 1,000 FPL managers pre-selected before each season kicks off. This group is a statistical selection based on historic performance metrics. The selection is generated by fplresearch (though is distinct from their “Prime" manager rating model) which analyses each managers historical FPL points, expected value (EV) data and xG data to identify the managers most likely to succeed in the upcoming season. In simple terms, it’s the strongest sample of 1,000 managers that can be assembled from past data.

For context, the median manager in the Elite 1000 typically would project to finish around ~50-70k overall rank by season’s end, whereas a reference group like the previous season’s top 10k managers would on average project closer to ~250k. This highlights how competitive the Elite 1000 group truly is compared to broader benchmarks.

# How do I know if I’m part of the Elite 1000?

By definition, the Elite 1000 list is fixed at the season’s start. You can confirm your own selection by seeing if you appear as your own "Elite Doppelgänger" on the Season Review page, it should appear with a golden bar and a 100% match.

# What Does the Elite Data Page Show?

The Elite Data page provides insight into how top managers behave. Key features include:

• Ownership Data: Player ownership among Elite 1000 vs. the global game.
• Effective Ownership (EO): Ownership adjusted for captaincy.
• Captaincy Trends: Popular captain picks among Elite managers.
• Chip Strategy: Insights into Wildcard, Free Hit, Bench Boost usage, and hit-taking behavior.
• Aggregated Manager Performance: Track Elite median ranks and compare your metrics.

These insights let you benchmark your own strategy and learn from top managers.