How long do you get between points in padel?
A · Advanced · Time and conduct · 2 of 3Players have 20 seconds between points, 90 seconds at a change of ends (none after a set's first game) and 120 at the end of a set. The match starts with a 3-minute warm-up. A pair 10 minutes late loses by walkover. An injured player gets one 3-minute treatment.
How it works
- Between points: 20 seconds.
- Change of ends: 90 seconds, none after game one.
- End of set: 120 seconds.
- Tie-break changes: 20 seconds.
- Warm-up: 3 minutes.
- Walkover: 10 minutes late.
- Medical: 3 minutes.
- Suspension: restart where stopped.
The glossary has the time between points, the courtesy rally, the walkover, the medical break, the suspension and warm-up and the time violation penalty.
Tricky cases
Is there a break at the first change of ends?
No. After a set's first game play is continuous.
A match is suspended for 25 minutes. Warm-up?
Three minutes.
A player faints. How long may they have?
Up to 15 minutes, at the umpire's discretion.
A pair is 12 minutes late. Result?
Walkover, unless force majeure.
Why the rule exists
Fixed times stop pairs using delay to rest or break an opponent's rhythm.
Where it differs
| Where | What changes | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 20 seconds | L R2.4 |
| Set end | 120 seconds | L R2.7 |
| Late | Walkover | L R2.1 |
From the rule book
International Padel Federation (FIP), Rules of Padel (2026), Rule 2. Checked 15 October 2026. Official document: FIP Rules of Padel 2026.