Padel uses the same point system as tennis but with two key differences: matches are almost always doubles, and many clubs use golden point instead of advantage.
How are points scored?
Points go 0 (love) → 15 → 30 → 40 → game. Same as tennis.
What is golden point?
When both teams reach 40-40, instead of playing advantage / deuce, a single sudden-death point decides the game. The receiving team chooses which side to receive on.
How do you win a set?
First team to 6 games wins the set — they must be 2 games ahead. At 6-6, a 7-point tie-break decides the set.
When does serve change?
Each player on the serving team serves one full game in rotation. Serve switches to the opposing team after each game.