Padel Rules

1. Scoring System
   • Same as tennis: 15, 30, 40, game.
   • A set is won by the first team to win six games (with a 2-game margin).
   • At 6-6, a tie-break (to 7 points, win by 2) is played.
   • A match is best of 3 sets.
2. Service Rules
   • Serve must be underhand and struck below waist level.
   • The ball must bounce once behind the service line before being hit.
   • Serve must land diagonally in the opposite service box.
   • Two serves are allowed (first and second serve).
   • If the ball hits the net and lands correctly in the service box → “let serve” (replay).
3. Ball in Play
   • After the serve, the ball must bounce once on the opponent’s side before hitting any wall.
   • The ball can rebound off walls or fences after bouncing on the ground.
   • Players can play the ball off their own walls but not directly into the opponent’s wall without crossing the net first.
   • The ball is out if it hits the mesh or walls directly before bouncing on the floor.
4. Player Positions
   • Padel is always played in doubles (2 vs 2).
   • Only the server and receiver may move during the serve; partners can stand anywhere on their side.
5. Let and Faults
   • Let: Serve hits net but lands correctly in the box → replay.
   • Fault: Serve lands outside, touches net and fails to land in, or hits walls/fence first.
   • Foot fault: If player steps on or over the service line while serving.
6. Changes and Breaks
   • Ends switch after every odd game (1, 3, 5…).
   • 90 seconds allowed on changeovers, 120 seconds between sets.
7. Code of Conduct
   • Unsportsmanlike conduct (abuse, delay, coaching from outside, etc.) can lead to:
     • Warning
     • Point penalty
     • Game penalty or disqualification (under Referee authority)