6 June 2026·Jamie HoltPadel Serve Rules: Underarm Serve Explained (UK)Padel serve rules for UK players: underarm technique, diagonal service box, bounce-before-strike, faults, let serves, and doubles serving order.Read articlebasicsrulesuk
2 April 2026·Jamie HoltHow Long Does a Padel Match Last?How long is a padel match? Typical durations for social sets, best-of-three matches, tie-breaks, and how UK court hire slots affect your game.Read articlebasicsrulestips
29 March 2026·Jamie HoltCan You Touch the Net in Padel?No — touching the net, net post, or net cord with your body, racket, or clothing during a live point loses the point. Net cord rules, follow-through faults, and net cords explained.Read articlebasicsrulesbeginners
26 March 2026·Jamie HoltCan You Smash in Padel? Overhead Shot RulesYes — smashes and overheads are legal in padel. When to use them, bandeja vs smash, out-of-court rules after an exit, and why beginners should not force every lob.Read articlebasicsrulestips
10 March 2026·Jamie HoltCan You Hit the Cage in Padel?Yes, after the ball bounces. Cage vs glass rules explained with a quick reference table for serves and rallies.Read articlebasicsrulestips
7 March 2026·Jamie HoltCan the Ball Bounce Twice in Padel?No — if the ball bounces twice on your side before you hit it, the point is over. When the double-bounce rule applies, common mistakes, and what counts as one bounce.Read articlebasicsrulesbeginners