Wimbledon will follow the American and Australian Opens in utilizing replay technology.
Video review systems will make its debut at The Championships this year.
Players will gain the ability to contest particular calls from the official, echoing the system currently in operation at each of the American Grand Slam and the Australian Open.
The new system is slated for use on Centre Court and Court One for the duration of the Championships and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This move comes just a year after the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which terminated the centuries-old tradition of line officials.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the call of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the umpire to re-examine specific situations, including:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a shot touched an opponent's racquet or person on the way past.
- Potential interference at the conclusion of a rally.
Importantly, there is no limit on the amount of challenges a competitor can ask for.
A Recent Example
An illustrative example occurred in Indian Wells last week, where a top player used the video challenge against his opponent.
The British player admitted it was a tough call for the umpire, but thought his opponent had "played the rules quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a replay and ruled the player was responsible for interference, granting the point to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
Video reviews aren't exclusive to major tournaments. It was adopted at the American major since 2023 and the Australian Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by the coming year the ATP circuit plans to have video reviews in place at every one of its tournaments.
Further Updates
Another change at The Championships 2025 involves the addition of visual indicators on displays to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This addresses situations where spectators have occasionally been uncertain if a ball was out or in.
Finally, with exactly a century of days remaining until the start of the tournament, organizers have also revealed an increase in daily capacity at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
