I think it has to do with ranking and challenges as well. As in, a 'higher up' can't challenge a newbie or 'lower down' to a debate. Something
like that, anyways, I read in the rules months ago.
I personally don't care about the points and waived my right to them privately during my last debate if I won. They're not that big of a deal to me
and anyone who debates me in the future is more than welcome to keep their points if they lose. But I think they serve a purpose for challenges and
tournament rankings. I might be wrong, though. They're not vital but they do serve a purpose... even just for bragging rights sometimes.