What is the golden point rule in padel?

The golden point rule in padel means that at deuce (40-40), the receiving team chooses which side of the court to receive on, and the next point wins the game — no advantage games. This is the standard rule in professional padel (FIP) and most recreational club play. It speeds up matches and adds tactical interest at deuce — the receiving pair decides which player is targeted with the serve. The golden point is one of the rules that makes padel faster and more action-packed than tennis. At deuce in professional padel, statistics show the server wins the golden point slightly more often than the receiver.