PADEL RULES
Ball Requirements
Official padel balls must meet strict specifications set by the FIP:
Size and Weight
- Diameter: 6.35–6.77 cm
- Weight: 56.0–59.4 grams
- Internal pressure: 4.6–5.2 kg per 2.54 cm²
- Bounce: 135–145 cm when dropped from 2.54 m onto a hard surface
Physical Properties
Construction
- A rubber sphere with a uniform exterior surface (padel balls do not have a felt covering, unlike tennis balls)
- Must be a regular bounce off both the court surface and the walls
Colour
Balls may be white, yellow, or other colours, provided the colour contrasts clearly and appropriately with the court surface colour.
High-Altitude Rule
When play takes place at an altitude of more than 1,000 metres above sea level, a different ball type may be used. The bounce for these balls must be between 121.92 cm and 135 cm from the standard 2.54 m drop.
FIP Approval
Only balls approved by FIP for official competition may be used in sanctioned matches. The competition organiser must announce the approved brand and type in advance. See change of balls for the rules on when and how balls are replaced during a match.
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