Wimbledon will follow the US and Aussie Opens in utilizing video review technology.
Replay systems are set to arrive at Wimbledon in the upcoming tournament.
Players will gain the right to contest certain rulings from the chair umpire, following the system currently in operation at both the US Open and the Aussie major.
The new system will be operational on the main stadium and the number one court throughout the Championships and on the remaining show courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This development follows just a season following the AELTC rolled out electronic line calling, which effectively ended the 147-year role of line judges.
Reviewable Decisions
Players will not be permitted to dispute the call of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the official to review other decisions, including:
- If a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a shot made contact with an rival's racket or person during play.
- Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Notably, there will be no cap on the amount of challenges a player can initiate.
A Recent Example
An illustrative incident occurred in Indian Wells last week, where a top player used the review system against Jack Draper.
The British player conceded it was a difficult call for the official, but thought his rival had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire watched a video and ruled Draper was guilty of hindrance, awarding the rally to his opponent.
Broader Adoption
Video reviews aren't new for Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the American major for two years 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 in place at every one of its events.
Other Changes
A further change at The Championships 2025 involves the introduction of visual indicators on scoreboards to support the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This solves instances where fans have occasionally been unsure if a shot was in or out.
Finally, with exactly 100 days to go until the beginning of the Championships, the AELTC have further revealed an increase in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
