Wimbledon will follow the US and Australian Opens in implementing video review systems.
Video review technology are set to arrive at The Championships this year.
Players will gain the right to contest specific calls made by the chair umpire, following the system currently in use at both the US Open and the Australian Open.
This innovation is slated for use on the main stadium and Court One for the duration of the tournament and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This step comes just a year after the AELTC rolled out electronic line calling, which effectively ended the longstanding tradition of line judges.
Scope of Challenges
Competitors will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the ELC system, but they can request the official to review specific situations, including:
- Whether a ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a shot made contact with an rival's racket or body during play.
- Possible interference at the conclusion of a point.
Notably, there is an unlimited number on the amount of challenges a player can initiate.
A Recent Example
A recent example took place in a recent tournament last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the review system against his opponent.
The British player admitted it was a difficult call for the umpire, but believed his rival had "used the regulations effectively."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a replay and ruled the player was responsible for hindrance, granting the rally to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
Video reviews are not new for Grand Slams. It was adopted at the American major for two years and the Aussie Open this year.
Additionally, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the ATP circuit will have video reviews in place at every one of its tournaments.
Further Updates
Another change at The Championships 2025 involves the introduction of visual indicators on displays to complement the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This addresses instances where fans have sometimes been uncertain if a ball was in or out.
Finally, with exactly 100 days remaining until the start of the Championships, the AELTC have also announced an increase in daily capacity at the qualifiers in Roehampton.
