Wimbledon will follow the American and Australian Opens in implementing video review technology.
Replay systems are set to arrive at Wimbledon for the 2025 edition.
Athletes will gain the option to challenge particular rulings from the chair umpire, echoing the practice currently in use at both the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This technology will be accessible on the main stadium and the number one court throughout the tournament and on the other four show courts when they are staging singles matches.
This development follows just a year after the AELTC rolled out electronic line calling, which terminated the centuries-old tradition of line judges.
Reviewable Decisions
Players will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the ELC system, but are allowed to request the official to review specific situations, such as:
- If a ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a shot made contact with an opponent's racquet or body on the way past.
- Possible interference end of a point.
Notably, there is no limit on the number of challenges a player can request.
Case in Point
An illustrative case took place in Indian Wells recently, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the review system against his opponent.
The British player admitted it was a difficult situation for the umpire, but thought his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a video and ruled the player was guilty of hindrance, awarding the rally to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
This technology aren't exclusive to major tournaments. The system was adopted at the US Open since 2023 and the Aussie Open this year.
Additionally, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by next season the ATP circuit will have video reviews implemented at every one of its events.
Further Updates
Another change at The Championships this year will be the addition of visual indicators on scoreboards to complement the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This solves instances where spectators have sometimes been unsure if a shot was out or in.
Finally, with precisely 100 days to go until the beginning of the Championships, organizers have further revealed an expansion in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
