Rules & Regulations:
Court Timings & Schedule Rules:
– Team must be at the assigned court 15 minutes before the game.
– Upon discretion, the Tournament Committee has the right to disqualify teams that will arrive late.
– Warm up time is set for 5 minutes for each match.
– A maximum of twenty (20) seconds is allowed between points.
– A maximum of ninety (90) seconds will be granted for changing sides.
– A maximum rest period of (120) seconds will be granted at the end of each set.
– 20 seconds will be granted for changes of side in a “tie break”.
– In the case of injury, the player will be granted a 3-minutes break for treatment.
– In case of indirect accident result during the game of which affect one of the players, the official
– Physicians / Physiologists may use their discretion to grant a period for treatment not more than 15 minutes.
REGISTRATION RULES:
– Team must be at the assigned court 15 minutes before the game.
– Upon discretion, the Tournament Committee has the right to disqualify teams that will arrive late.
– Warm up time is set for 5 minutes for each match.
– A maximum of twenty (20) seconds is allowed between points.
– A maximum of ninety (90) seconds will be granted for changing sides.
– A maximum rest period of (120) seconds will be granted at the end of each set.
– 20 seconds will be granted for changes of side in a “tie break”.
– In the case of injury, the player will be granted a 3-minutes break for treatment.
– In case of indirect accident result during the game of which affect one of the players, the official
– Physicians / Physiologists may use their discretion to grant a period for treatment not more than 15 minutes.
Who Can Play:
– Coaches are allowed to play in A category.
– Open to all padel players in the rest of the categories.
– Players must register before the deadline set by the WPA.
– All players must follow the tournament’s rules set by the WPA.
Match Format:
– Matches will follow the standard padel rules.
– The tournament will be played in group stage / knock-out format.
– Match officials will determine the rule in a tie-break.
– No change of partners and schedule is allowed after the draw has been released.
– If one team member or more cannot come to the tournament, the team will be disqualified.
Equipment:
– Players must use approved padel rackets and balls.
– Players should wear proper attire as per the tournament’s dress code.
Behavior:
– Bad behaviour, like arguing or being rude, will lead to penalties.
– Players must respect the referees’ decisions.
– Any disagreements should be settled in court, following the official process.
Prizes:
– Prize money will be given out according to the tournament rules.
– Trophies or medals will be given to the winners and runners-up.
Health and Safety:
– Players should make sure they are fit to play.
– The organizers will have medical help on-site if needed.
– Players must follow any health and safety rules in place.
Schedule:
– Matches will be set by the organizers and must be played at the scheduled time.
– Players should arrive at least 30 minutes before their match.
Disqualification:
– Not following the rules can lead to being disqualified.
– Disqualification decisions are final.
Refund Policy:
– Once the team is registered, a cancellation must be made within 48 hours for a refund. No refunds will be given after 48 hours.
– If a player from one team gets a significant injury and cannot continue the match, the match will be considered as a forfeit to the opposing teams.
– During Change over, the player must directly request to go to the toilet if needed. Players will not be allowed to go to the toilet after resting/sitting on the bench.
