
The ball bounces off it that bit harder, gaining twice that extra velocity relative to the floor. While you are lowering the bat, its relative velocity to the approaching ball increases that little bit. That means you play the point again.There are three parts to the phenomenon, two real and one illusory. If you and the other duo are in doubt, then play a let. When you play with your friends, you need to play referee by yourself. UmpireĪt the World Padel Tour there is an umpire that decides if a ball is in or out. When you play competition there needs to be a minimum of 2 by 5 meters, but you want a little bit more, because people often have bags and benches like that around the court. You would only run outside if there is enough space on both sides of the court. This would happen for example when your opponent smashes the ball out of the cage and you need to bring it back to play further. You are allowed to run outside and play the ball back in. The ball must have bounced on your side first before you are allowed to reach over net and contact.You are not allowed to touch the net or net post.The partner of the returner needs to stand in line with the returnerĪt the net there are the following rules:.



This video summarises the basic padel rules for anyone starting to play or wanting to play a game with their friends.
