Padel is an increasingly popular sport nowadays, particularly widespread in Spain and Latin America, but increasingly present in other countries as well. This game, which has spread rapidly in Italy in recent years, combines elements of tennis and squash and is played on a small court. In this article, we'll give you an overview of the rules of Padel and how to play this fun and exciting game
.The basic rules of padel:
The padel is played on a rectangular court 10 meters wide by 20 meters long, surrounded by glass or concrete walls. The field is divided into two halves by an 88cm high net. The game can be played in singles or in pairs, and the serve always starts on the right side of the court.
Here are some of the basic rules of padel:
- The service must be performed from the right side of the field to the opposite left side. The serve must be performed above the service line, with the ball having to bounce before being hit.
- The ball must be hit after it has bounced once on the court. The ball can be hit against the walls of the court and must remain inside the court .
- Each team has the right to hit the ball only once before it bounces off the opponent's court. After the ball bounces off the opponent's court, the opponent may hit it.
- If the ball touches the net during the game and then passes to the opposing court, the point is valid. If the ball touches the net and remains in its court, the point is awarded to the opposing team .
- If the ball touches the wall or ceiling before it bounces off the opposing court, the point is awarded to the opponent.
- The game is won by the team that reaches a score of 6 'games' and with a difference of at least 2 'games' compared to the opponent.
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Having read some of the basic rules of Padel, you should know that there are also some variants of the game that can add additional rules or strategic elements.
How to play Padel
Playing Padel requires a combination of strategy and skill. Here are some tips to help you improve your gaming skills:
- Work on your position: The position of the players is fundamental in Padel. Try to maintain a good position on the field to be in control of the game.
- Be aware of your position: When playing Padel it is important to know where you are positioned on the court and where your opponent is. Always be aware of where you are and where the ball is going.
- Communicate with your partner: Communication with your partner is essential to play as a team, manage your position on the field, defend the zone and attack effectively.
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