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A P100 tournament is an FFT-approved padel tournament whose winners receive 100 ranking points, regardless of the number of registered pairs. It is the first truly “points-awarding” category after P25: players enter to earn their first points and compete against intermediate players. The number of points you earn then depends on your final position in the draw and the number of pairs entered.
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Key takeaways • P100 is an FFT tournament: winners always earn 100 points, regardless of the number of pairs. • Points for the other finishing positions depend on the number of pairs entered and your final ranking. • The FFT ranking is rolling over 12 months: it takes into account your best results from the last twelve months. • It is the second most accessible category after P25, ideal for starting out in competition. • Recommended level: intermediate to advanced players (often around levels 5 to 7). |
Table of contents
• What is a P100 tournament?
• How are points calculated in P100 tournaments?
• The P100 points scale in 2026: what has changed
• P100: the differences from other tournament categories
• What are P100 padel tournaments?
• What formats are used for P100 tournaments?
• Frequently asked questions
What is a P100 tournament?
In the padel ecosystem, there are many ways to bring people together and keep the local scene alive, particularly through clubs. These venues often organise padel tournaments that give local padeleros the opportunity to meet and compete against each other. It is also a chance to test yourself and take on tougher opponents than usual. Several categories exist to divide players into groups and make tournaments as balanced as possible.
But balanced tournaments also require a padel ranking. The FFT has therefore created a fairly simple padel ranking system, based on points earned according to the finishing position at the end of the tournament. The number after the “P” in each category corresponds to the number of points that tournament winners can add to their personal total.
How are points calculated in P100 tournaments?
Points are then calculated according to the pair’s finishing position at the end of the tournament. The higher you are ranked, the more points you earn and the more you rise in the French ranking. Points are also calculated according to the number of pairs entered in the tournament, as shown in the table above. As they win matches and improve their performances, players who achieve good results in P100 tournaments can enter a P250, the category above.
The P100 points scale in 2026: what has changed
The P100 points scale has been revised by the FFT. The principle remains simple, but two key ideas are essential to understand if you want to target your points effectively.
• The winner always earns 100 points. This figure never changes, regardless of the number of pairs entered in the tournament.
• The points awarded for other finishing positions depend on the size of the draw. The more pairs the tournament attracts, the more points are awarded in the intermediate rounds: a quarter-final “weighs” more in a large draw than in a small one.
Another key point: the FFT ranking is a rolling ranking over 12 months. In practical terms, it adds up your best results from the last twelve months and is updated every month; results that are too old are automatically removed from the calculation. Playing P100 tournaments regularly is therefore the basic strategy for obtaining an initial ranking and then improving it. A good points total lowers your pair’s “weight” (the sum of your two rankings) and gives you access to P250 and higher categories.
Finally, the range of tournaments is expanding: new entry-level categories (such as P50) are appearing to support players starting out in competition. Before getting into a tournament schedule, make sure you have a padel racket that is suitable and reliable, as matches come thick and fast over a weekend.
P100: what are the differences from other tournament categories?
P100 is the second most accessible tournament after P25, which is intended for players starting out in competition. The number of points differs for each tournament category. Each tournament category has its own draw, which we have covered in separate articles on our blog. As you may have guessed, if the number of points increases, the level of play also increases on court. P100 tournaments generally suit players at levels 6 to 7. If you are not within this range, you can look at the categories below or above to face opponents at your level.
What are P100 padel tournaments?
P100 tournaments are organised by many clubs in France, like other tournament categories. It is one of the most widely represented categories in clubs because there are often more players around levels 6 and 7 in these venues. For large clubs, there may be a P100 every 5 to 6 weeks to satisfy all padeleros. Smaller venues will need to wait a little longer or travel a bit further afield.
What formats are used for P100 tournaments?
For P100 tournaments, several formats are possible, although the same ones are used most of the time. For all categories except P25, A1/A2 or B1/B2 formats are mainly used. In all these configurations, points are counted in the traditional way, in accordance with the rules of padel.
- A1: 3 sets to 6 games
- A2: 3 sets to 6 games, deciding point
- B1: 2 sets to 6 games; 3rd set = 10-point super tie-break
- B2: 2 sets to 6 games, deciding point; 3rd set = 10-point super tie-break
- C1: 2 sets to 4 games, tie-break at 4–4; 3rd set = 10-point super tie-break
- C2: 2 sets to 4 games, deciding point, tie-break at 4–4; 3rd set = 10-point super tie-break
- D1: 1 set to 9 games, 7-point tie-break at 8–8
- D2: 1 set to 9 games, deciding point, 7-point tie-break at 8–8
Frequently asked questions
How many points does a P100 award?
The winners of a P100 always earn 100 ranking points, regardless of the number of registered pairs. Other finishing positions earn fewer points, according to a scale that depends on the size of the draw: the more pairs there are, the more points the rounds award. Details can be found in the official FFT points scale, which should be checked before each tournament.
What level do you need to play in a P100?
P100 is accessible as soon as you feel ready for competition. It mainly attracts intermediate to advanced players, most often around levels 5 to 7 depending on the club. It is the ideal category just after P25 for discovering the tournament atmosphere and earning your first points.
What is the difference between a P100 and a P250?
First, the points on offer: a P250 awards 250 points to the winner compared with 100 for a P100, so the standard of play is higher. A P250 also requires more pairs to be approved. Players naturally move from P100 to P250 by accumulating good results, which lowers their pair’s “weight”.
How does the FFT ranking work?
It is a rolling ranking over twelve months: it adds up your best results from the last twelve months and is updated every month. Results that are too old are removed from the calculation. Playing P100 tournaments regularly is therefore the best strategy for obtaining and then improving your ranking.
How many pairs are needed for a P100?
A P100 is played with a smaller draw and requires a minimum number of pairs to be approved, which may vary according to the regulations in force. Whatever that number, the winner always leaves with 100 points: only the distribution of points for the other finishing positions changes with the size of the draw.
Summary
P100 is the ideal gateway to padel competition: 100 points for the winners, a distribution that rewards the depth of the draw and a rolling ranking that values consistency. Enter more tournaments to build your ranking, then aim for P250. And do not forget: in competition, reliable equipment makes all the difference over a weekend.
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