Padel tournament blog
Guides to formats, scoring and running your own event.
What is Padel? A Beginner's Guide
New to padel? This beginner's guide covers what padel is, the basic rules, the equipment you need, and why millions of people play it.
14 February 2025 · 5 min read
Padel Americano Rules — The Complete Guide
How Padel Americano works: scoring, partner rotation, match length, and everything you need to play or organise an Americano.
14 February 2025 · 5 min read
Padel Mexicano Rules — The Complete Guide
How Padel Mexicano works: leaderboard-based pairings, scoring, rounds, and tips for organisers running a Mexicano.
14 February 2025 · 5 min read
How to Organise a Padel Tournament — Step by Step
A step-by-step guide to organising a padel tournament, from picking a format and locking in numbers to scoring and final standings.
14 February 2025 · 5 min read
Americano vs Mexicano — What's the Difference?
Americano and Mexicano both rotate partners, but they pair players differently. Compare the rules, scoring, and when to use each.
14 February 2025 · 3 min read
Padel Scoring Explained — Every Format You Need to Know
How scoring works in traditional padel, Americano, Mexicano, round robin, and knockout, with clear examples.
14 February 2025 · 4 min read
Why the Mix Format Works for Groups of 20-28 Players
How the Mix format keeps 20-28 players moving with skill tiers, balanced fixtures, and individual scoring across 15 rounds.
14 February 2025 · 5 min read
5 Tips for Running the Perfect Social Padel Event
Five practical tips for running a social padel event that players come back to, from cutting dead time to building a series.
14 February 2025 · 4 min read