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Americano · Mexicano · Round Robin · Knockout · 4 to 32 players · 1 to 8 courts
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How it works
From group chat to tournament night. In three steps.
Add players
Type the names or paste the list from WhatsApp. Format, courts and scoring are suggested automatically.
Share the QR code
Everyone scans the code and instantly sees who plays with whom, when and on which court. No app, no account.
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Enter scores live
Each court enters its own result and the standings update in real time. At the end: podium, final table, share.
Four formats
Choose your mode. The rest is automatic.
Americano
Everyone mixes with everyone: rotating partners, rotating opponents, every point counts for your individual score. The classic social padel format.
Mexicano
Pairings follow the standings: the top four play together on Court 1. Close matches, automatically, right through the final round.
Round Robin
Fixed doubles teams, every team plays every other team. Automatic byes for odd team counts. Ideal for club nights and box leagues.
Knockout
Fixed teams, lose and you are out: from the first round to the final. With seeding, automatic byes and an optional third-place match.
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Live sync on every device, with an offline buffer for shaky club Wi-Fi
Fair rotation partners, opponents and breaks visibly balanced
Odd player counts with automatically and fairly distributed breaks
Points or timed rounds 16/21/24/32, custom scoring or an in-app timer
Multiple courts substitutes, corrections and extra rounds included
TV mode for projectors and club screens, plus a printable PDF view
Podium & final table ready-formatted for the group chat
Venue linking with more than 850 padel locations in Germany
No data harvesting
No account, no tracking profile, no marketing emails. Just first names and results, automatically deleted after 30 days of inactivity.
100% free, now and later
No paywall and no "3 free tournaments, then subscribe" trick. The planner is our contribution to the padel community.
Browser instead of app store
Nobody has to install anything. Open the link and play. Works on iPhone, Android and laptops, even for a spontaneous session tonight.
Americano, Mexicano or Round Robin: which format fits your group?
In Americano, every player plays with rotating partners against rotating opponents. Each match uses a fixed number of points, usually 16, 21, 24 or 32, and every point scored counts toward the individual standings. Ideal for 8 to 16 players on 2 to 4 courts: maximum mixing, everyone plays with everyone.
In Mexicano, pairings from Round 2 onward are based on the standings. The top four play together on Court 1, usually 1+4 against 2+3, with 1+3 against 2+4 also available. This creates close, balanced matches automatically, perfect for mixed-level groups.
In Round Robin, fixed doubles teams play every other team once. Standings are based on points, wins and point difference. With an odd number of teams, the planner assigns one bye per round. Best for established pairs, club sessions and box tournaments.
The knockout format is the pro-tour style: lose and you are out, while the winners move toward the final. The planner builds the bracket automatically, assigns byes to seeded teams or draws them randomly, and can add a third-place match. Ideal for club tournaments and events with a clear winner moment.
Tournament knowledge
Rules, examples and format guides
Frequently asked questions
Tournament planner FAQ
What is an Americano tournament in padel?expand_more
In Americano, every player plays with rotating partners against rotating opponents. Each match is played to a fixed number of points, for example 24, and every point counts toward the individual standings. The player with the most points after all rounds wins.
What is the difference between Americano and Mexicano?expand_more
In Americano, the rotation is mixed fairly in advance, independent of results. In Mexicano, pairings from Round 2 onward are based on the standings: the best four play together on Court 1, for example 1+4 against 2+3. Mexicano creates more balanced matches; Americano creates maximum mixing.
How does an Americano with 12 players and 3 courts work?expand_more
With 12 players and 3 courts, everyone plays at the same time: 3 matches with 4 players each per round, with nobody sitting out. A typical setup is 7 to 10 rounds to 16 to 24 points, which takes about 90 to 120 minutes. The planner generates the fair rotation automatically.
Can Americano work with an odd number of players?expand_more
Yes. With an odd number of players, or more players than court spots, the planner automatically rests as many players per round as needed and distributes those breaks fairly.
How many rounds do you need for a tournament night?expand_more
Rule of thumb: 6 to 10 rounds. With 8 players on 2 courts, one round to 24 points takes about 10 to 15 minutes, so a 7-round evening takes around 90 minutes. The planner suggests a suitable number of rounds, and you can add more at any time.
Is the tournament planner really completely free?expand_more
Yes. No premium locks, no app, no account, no hidden limits. PadelCompass is an independent padel hub, and the tournament planner is our contribution to the padel community.
Do my players need an app or an account?expand_more
No. Players scan the QR code or open the link in their browser on any phone. They see the schedule and standings live and, if you allow it, can enter scores right at the court.
What happens to tournament data?expand_more
Only the data you enter is stored: first names or nicknames, schedule and scores. No tracking profile, no sharing with third parties. Tournaments without activity are automatically deleted after 30 days, and organizers can delete their tournament at any time.
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