I think the repeating rewards idea is great! That way, people that missed out this time can make it next time!
I also like how elite is no longer the top 25 percent like it was in beta. I think a lot of the stress came from people not understanding it wouldn’t be a one time thing - stressing that this was their only chance. I think the team has actually responded really well, removing the scoreboards actually worked out for the best I think!