Your complete guide to understanding padel rankings. Learn how the FIP ranking system works, see the current top players, and understand how ranking points are earned.
The FIP (International Padel Federation) world ranking is the official system used to rank professional padel players globally. Understanding how this ranking system works is essential for fans following the sport and players looking to climb the ladder.
This guide explains the padel ranking system, shows you the current top players, and breaks down how ranking points are earned at different tournament tiers.
Rankings are based on points earned over the past 52 weeks. As tournaments from the previous year drop off, players must maintain or improve their results to keep their ranking position.
Points are awarded based on tournament performance. Reaching later rounds earns more points, with winners receiving the maximum allocation for that tournament tier.
Not all tournaments are equal. Major events offer more ranking points than lower-tier tournaments, incentivizing players to compete at the highest possible level.
The FIP ranking is calculated by summing a player's best results from the past 52 weeks. Here's how it works in detail:
Current FIP top 10 men
Current FIP top 10 women
Different tournament tiers award different amounts of ranking points. Here's a breakdown of typical point allocations.
| Tournament Tier | Winner | Final | Semi-Final | Quarter-Final | R16 | R32 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major | 2,000 | 1,200 | 720 | 360 | 180 | 90 |
| P1 | 1,000 | 600 | 360 | 180 | 90 | 45 |
| P2 | 500 | 300 | 180 | 90 | 45 | 20 |
| FIP Platinum | 250 | 150 | 90 | 45 | 20 | 10 |
| FIP Gold | 125 | 75 | 45 | 22 | 10 | 5 |
The FIP ranking system awards points based on tournament results over a rolling 52-week period. Players accumulate points from their best performances, with more prestigious tournaments (Majors, P1) offering more points than lower-tier events. Rankings are updated weekly.
The current world number 1 in men's padel is Agustin Tapia with 20,160 ranking points. In women's padel, Delfina Brea Senesi holds the top spot with 18,300 points.
Ranking points are awarded based on how far you advance in a tournament. Winners receive the maximum points for that tier, with decreasing amounts for finalists, semi-finalists, etc. Major tournaments offer up to 2,000 points for winners, while lower-tier events offer fewer. Your total ranking is the sum of your best results from the past year.
The FIP ranking is based on performance points that expire after 52 weeks and determines tournament seedings. The earnings rankings track total career prize money earnings, providing a historical view of financial success without point expiration. A player might rank highly in one system but not the other.
