Guides, analysis, and deep dives into the world of padel.
Padel and pickleball are not the same sport. Court size, ball, walls, scoring, and player numbers all differ — here's a side-by-side breakdown.
How to find padel partners as a beginner — apps, clubs, americanas, lessons, and the etiquette that gets you re-invited.
85% of padel players get injured. Tennis elbow leads the list, followed by calf tears and rotator cuff. Here's what hurts most, why, and how to prevent it.
The lob (globo) pushes opponents off the net and flips the point. Learn when to lob, where to aim, and how to execute flat and topspin lobs.
Padel scoring uses 15-30-40-game points inside best-of-3 sets with tiebreaks, golden point, and the 2026 star point rule.
Yes — padel players can sprint through the doors and return the ball from outside the cage. Here are the official FIP rules for out-of-court play.
Padel rackets weigh 340-385g. Lighter means faster hands; heavier means more power. Here's how to pick the right weight for your level and playing style.
Master padel doubles positioning — net zones, defensive depth, unit movement, and the three court zones that decide 80% of points.
Yes, you can volley in padel — except on the serve return. Learn the volley rules, the one big exception, and how pros win 70-80% of points from the net.
Padel matches last 60-90 minutes on average — here's what determines whether yours wraps up fast or drags into a third set.
Breakdown of professional padel player earnings in 2026 — prize money by ranking tier, sponsorship deals, and the real cost of going pro.
Learn the four types of padel smash — flat, topspin, x3, and x4. When to use each, technique breakdown, and common mistakes.
Padel balls look like tennis balls but play differently — lower pressure, less bounce, and built for walls.
A single padel court costs €20,000–€90,000 to build. Here's the full cost breakdown by component, indoor vs outdoor, and what drives the price.
Master the padel serve — underhand technique, placement tactics, slice vs flat, and the new 2026 FIP serve rules explained.
Learn how to read and play off the back glass, side walls, and mesh in padel. Positioning, timing, and rebound technique for every level.
The chiquita is a soft, low shot aimed at the net player's feet — and it's how you take the net from the back of the court. Here's how to hit it.
35 million players, 77,000+ courts, 150 countries — pádel is the fastest growing sport in the world. Here are the 5 reasons why.
Standing too far back, hitting too hard, ignoring the glass — these beginner pádel mistakes cost you points. Here's how to fix all five.
Pádel shoes have herringbone soles, reinforced lateral support, and are built for artificial grass — not hard courts. Here's what to look for.
A pádel court is 20m long by 10m wide with 3-4m glass walls, an 88cm net, and service lines at 6.95m. Here are all the FIP-certified measurements.
The continental grip is pádel's default — but the eastern adds power on forehands. Here's how to find each grip and when to switch.
Round, teardrop, or diamond? The shape of your padel racket determines power, control, and sweet spot size. Here's how to pick the right one for your level.
The vibora is pádel's most aggressive overhead — a sidespin shot that forces weak returns. Here's how it works and when to use it.
The Star Point system caps deuce games at 2 advantages before a sudden-death point. Here's how it works in 2026.
Complete guide to the Premier Padel Tour 2026 — tournament tiers, full schedule, ranking system, and how to watch all 26 events.
Padel market size, player numbers, court counts, and investment data for 2026 — sourced from FIP, Playtomic, and industry reports.
Our picks for the best beginner padel rackets in 2026 — what to look for, what to avoid, and 5 rackets that'll get you started right.
Learn the bandeja shot in padel — grip, footwork, slice technique, and common mistakes. The complete step-by-step guide to padel's most important overhead.
The complete guide to padel rules — scoring, serving, walls, and everything a new player needs to step on court with confidence.
Padel and tennis look similar but play completely differently — from court size and walls to scoring and rackets. Here are the 9 key differences.
