Lesson 3: How Scoring Works

Padel uses the **same scoring system as tennis**, so if you know tennis scoring you are already ahead! **Points within a game:** - Points go: **15 → 30 → 40 → Game** - If both pairs reach **40-40**, this is called **deuce** - From deuce, a pair must win **two consecutive points** (first an **advantage**, then the game) - Alternatively, a **golden point** system can be agreed upon, where just one point decides the game **Games within a set:** - First pair to **six games** wins the set — but they must lead by **at least two games** - If the score reaches **6-6**, a **tie-break** is played - A tie-break is first to **7 points**, won by a margin of two **Sets within a match:** - A standard match is **best of three sets** - The first pair to win **two sets** wins the match FIP also permits shorter formats like a **Mini Set** (4 games), which is great for beginners practising in limited time.