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Has it been a while since you picked up your padel racquet? Or maybe it's your first! No matter the circumstances, here is a handy dandy guide that will educate you on all things related to padel scoring, explaining how points, games, and matches are determined.
Grasping its scoring system is crucial for enjoying this game, or else how else will you boast of your prowess on the court?
Do you know anything about the tennis scoring system? If yes, you know your way around the scoring for Padel! If not, read on!
Padel scorekeepers use an identical scorecard for tennis. A player wins a point by successfully rallying the ball while trying to make sure their opponent, sadly, misses! What would we do without some friendly competition, eh?
Points are tallied as 15, 30, and 40. To win a game, a player must reach four points with a two-point advantage.
However, when the score reaches 40–40, it's called deuce. The next point won by either side results in an advantage for that player. To win the game, a player must hold advantage by winning the subsequent point. If the player with the advantage loses the next point, the score returns to deuce. This back-and-forth continues until one player wins two consecutive points after a deuce, claiming the game.
To sum it all up, you need two points after a tie to win a game!
AGAIN: A set in padel is typically won by the first player to win six games with a two-game advantage. This means a set score could be 6-4, 6-3, or even 7-5 if neither player reaches a two-game lead.
However, if the set score reaches 6-6, a tiebreak is usually played to determine the winner.
The tiebreak is a mini-set where players alternate serving one point at a time. The first player to reach seven points with a two-point advantage wins the tiebreak and claims the set.
Some tournaments may implement different set formats, such as best-of-three or best-of-five sets. Take your chances and strut your stuff on the court! Break a sweat.
A standard padel match is a best-of-three-set affair. To win a match, a player must win two out of three sets. Each set is determined by winning six games with a two-game advantage or by winning a tiebreak if the score reaches 6-6.
It's essential to note that while the best-of-three format is common, some tournaments or competitions might adopt different match formats. For instance, professional padel matches often feature longer formats, such as best-of-five sets. Understanding the specific match format is crucial for accurate scoring and strategy.
Save your stamina; don't go gung-ho all at once if you are to play the long game! Bide your time until it's time to shine!
Most often than not, you will play with a partner, and as it is with all partners, COMMUNICATE! You will reach far ahead in points if you and your partner are on the same wavelength and play to your strengths to deliver a crushing blow to your opponents. Have each other’s back, think long-term, and strategize your shots!
Practice will take you places, mainly first place, but we don't want to show off! The more shots and techniques you get the hang of, from powerful drives to delicate drop shots, the more you get to let loose on the court! Don’t let your reign over the net crumble; make sure you man the net like it is your strongest line of defence!
You may be playing with friends, but it is every man/duo for themselves while in the game; no one but you and your partner being in sync matters! Be agile and fluid, step up, and leave no errors to be exploited!
Get your basics in order, study this guide by We Are Padel like it's your gospel, and you can almost feel the gold in your fist!
So there you have it—the only testament you need for padel scoring! With this knowledge under your belt, you're well on your way to dominating the court.
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Now, go out there and show them what you've got!
