We all agree that the padel is played and must be played in double. But in some clubs you can find individual tracks. Would it be a good complement?

Good, from padel it is padel, whether in singles or doubles, we have windows, the same rules, the same balls, palas… but the track is narrower in singles.

So we are not going to argue about whether or not to regulate or even allow singles competitions, but one thing is certain is that 1v1 matches are a good alternative. Why ?

First of all, for a club it is an added value, and the possibility of filling an empty space. Then for tennis or squash players, this allows a first adaptation. Playing with the windows, adapting to the rebounds, only attacking yourself instead of throwing stones at your partner are positive arguments for a tennis / squash transition - padel.

Finally, doesn't the fact of playing as a single oblige us to be more regular, methodical in the construction of the point, patient in seeking to move the opponent, to become a player on the right but also on the left by learning rebounds? or side window exits?

Le padel in singles is certainly a good learning for setting up the game, seeking precision, control over the ball, and especially programmed attacks and not with big shots without any sense.

In order to invite you to test the padel single if you haven't yet, watch this video of 2 mid-level players having great fun with extended points.

Julien Bondia

Julien Bondia is a teacher of padel in Tenerife (Spain). Columnist and advisor, he helps you play better through his tutorials and tactical/technical articles padel.

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