Padel is one of the fastest-growing sports in the world, offering a unique blend of skill, strategy, and fast-paced action. Invented in 1969 by Enrique Corcuera in Acapulco, Mexico, padel was created when he modified his squash court to incorporate elements of platform tennis. Since then, the sport has gained widespread popularity, particularly among former tennis professionals, with renowned players like Roberta Vinci and Lara Arruabarrena making the switch.
For decades, padel remained a niche sport, but its appeal skyrocketed during the COVID-19 pandemic as an accessible, outdoor, and non-contact activity. Today, it continues to gain traction worldwide. The sport was included in the 2023 European Games, and the International Padel Federation (FIP) is striving to meet the requirement of 75 national federations to secure its place in the 2032 Summer Olympics.
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The court is enclosed by a back wall standing 3 meters high, topped with an extra meter of fence, adding an extra layer of strategy to your game.
Padel scoring mirrors tennis: 15-0, 30-0, 40-0, game. But in the high-stakes World Padel Tour, the game gets even more intense with a golden point at deuce. This decisive point can make or break the game, adding an electrifying edge to every match.
To keep the game fair and exciting, the ball must bounce off the grass before hitting the glass or fence. Direct hits to the glass or fence are out. Remember, the ball can only bounce once, but you can volley before it touches the ground. Use your own glass strategically - hits off the side or back glass are fair game, but avoid the fence or top fence, as those are out.
Secure your racket by putting your hand through the loop - a must for beginners!
Serve within your designated rectangular box.
Bounce the ball before serving.
Contact the ball below waist height.
You have two chances: a first and a second serve.
Ensure the ball lands in the diagonal service box.
If the ball bounces to the fence, it's out. If it bounces to the glass, it's in!
Positioning is crucial in padel. Partners can stand wherever they like, but here's some expert advice:
The partner of the server should stand at the net position.
The partner of the returner should align with the returner.
You're not allowed to touch the net or the net posts.
The ball must bounce on your side before you can reach over and contact it.
Padel allows you to run outside the court to play the ball back in, particularly if your opponent smashes the ball out of the cage. This requires adequate space on both sides of the court. For competitions, a minimum of 2 by 5 meters is required, though more space is preferable to accommodate bags and benches.
In the World Padel Tour, an umpire decides if a ball is in or out. When playing with friends, you'll need to referee yourselves. If there's any doubt, play a let - simply replay the point.
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