Wimbledon will follow the US and Aussie Opens in implementing replay systems.
Replay systems are set to arrive at The Championships this year.
Competitors will gain the option to question certain calls from the chair umpire, mirroring the system currently in operation at both the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This innovation will be accessible on Centre Court and the number one court for the duration of the tournament and on the other four show courts when they are staging singles contests.
This step arrives only a season following the All England Club implemented electronic line calling, which brought an end to the 147-year role of line judges.
Reviewable Decisions
Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the call of the ELC system, but are allowed to ask for the official to re-examine other situations, including:
- Whether a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- If a shot touched an rival's racket or body during play.
- Possible hindrance end of a point.
Importantly, there is no limit on the number of challenges a player can ask for.
Case in Point
A recent example occurred in Indian Wells last week, where a top player initiated the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper admitted it was a tough call for the umpire, but thought his rival had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte watched a video and ruled Draper was guilty of interference, awarding the rally to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
This technology aren't exclusive to major tournaments. It was adopted at the US Open since 2023 and the Australian Open this year.
Furthermore, 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
Another innovation at The Championships 2025 involves the introduction of visual indicators on displays to complement the audio calls from the ELC system.
This addresses situations where spectators have sometimes been uncertain if a ball was in or out.
In other news, with precisely a century of days to go until the beginning of the Championships, the AELTC have further revealed an increase in daily capacity at the qualifiers in Roehampton.
