Based on the FIP Rules of Padel 2026, checked 1 November 2026Independent guide, not affiliated with the FIP
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Padel rules / Rule 4

Rule 4Choice of sides and service

The toss and what the winner may choose.

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Points a to bPlain-English notes marked In practice
  1. a
    A toss decides. The winner may choose to serve or receive first, choose the end for the first game, or ask the opponents to choose first.
    If you choose to serve, the opponents choose the end, and the other way round.
  2. b
    Both pairs then tell the umpire who will serve first and who will receive first.