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Guides, buying advice, rules and tips to help you play better padel.

Best Padel Racket for Beginners UK (2026)

Starting padel can feel overwhelming with so many rackets on the market. We cut through the noise — here's what actually matters for beginners, and the one racket we keep recommending.

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Buying Guides 8 min read

How to Choose a Padel Racket: The Complete Buying Guide

Shape, weight, balance, core, material — there's a lot to consider when buying a padel racket. This guide cuts through the jargon and tells you exactly what matters at each skill level.

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Buying Guides 5 min read

Carbon Fibre Padel Rackets: Are They Worth It?

Carbon fibre has long been the material of choice for serious padel players — but it used to come with a serious price tag. Here's what it actually does, and why it's now accessible to everyone.

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Padel 101 7 min read

Padel vs Tennis: Key Differences You Need to Know

Both sports use a ball and a racket, but padel and tennis are very different games. Here's a clear breakdown of every key difference — from the court to the scoring to the equipment.

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Buying Guides 5 min read

Best Padel Racket Under £50 in the UK (2026)

The padel market is full of overpriced equipment. We tested what's actually available under £50 in the UK and picked the one racket that delivers genuine value without compromises.

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Padel 101 9 min read

How to Play Padel: Rules, Scoring & Tips for Beginners

Padel is easy to pick up but hard to master — the perfect sport. Here's everything you need to know to go from complete beginner to competitive club player.

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Padel 101 8 min read

Padel Rules UK: The Complete Guide (2026)

Padel has its own set of rules that trip up almost every beginner. Here's the complete guide to padel rules in the UK — from serving to scoring to wall play.

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Buying Guides 6 min read

Padel Shoes UK: What to Look For and What to Avoid (2026)

Most beginners underestimate how much shoes matter in padel. The wrong footwear affects your movement, increases injury risk, and makes the court feel wrong. Here's what you actually need.

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Padel 101 6 min read

Padel Courts Near Me: How to Find and Book in the UK (2026)

The UK now has over 500 padel courts and counting. Here's how to find the best ones near you, what to expect at your first visit, and how to make the most of every session.

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Padel 101 6 min read

Padel for Kids UK: Age Guide, Equipment & Getting Started (2026)

Padel is one of the most child-friendly racket sports available. The smaller court, social format, and easy learning curve make it ideal for children from around age 6 upwards.

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Training & Tactics 8 min read

Padel Doubles Tactics: How to Win More Points (2026)

Most padel points are won and lost through positioning and decision-making, not technique. Here are the tactical principles that will immediately improve your doubles game.

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Training & Tactics 7 min read

How to Improve at Padel: 10 Tips That Actually Work

Most padel players plateau quickly because they keep doing the same things. Here are 10 evidence-based tips that will genuinely accelerate your improvement.

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Buying Guides 5 min read

IANONI PR8100 vs PR8200: Which Padel Racket Is Right for You?

Both the PR8100 and PR8200 are carbon fibre padel rackets at £39.99. Here's the key difference and how to decide which one to buy.