The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay technology.
Video review systems will make its debut at Wimbledon in the upcoming tournament.
Competitors are granted the option to contest particular decisions from the official, mirroring the system currently in use at both the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This technology will be operational on Centre Court and Court One throughout the Championships and on the remaining show courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This move follows just a season following the AELTC introduced ELC, which terminated the centuries-old role of line officials.
Scope of Challenges
Players cannot to challenge the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to ask for the umpire to re-examine specific situations, such as:
- If a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a shot made contact with an opponent's racquet or person during play.
- Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there will be no cap on the amount of reviews a player can request.
Case in Point
An illustrative case took place in a recent tournament last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the review system against Jack Draper.
The British player admitted it was a tough situation for the umpire, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
The umpire viewed a replay and ruled Draper was guilty of interference, awarding the rally to his opponent.
Broader Adoption
This technology aren't new for major tournaments. The system has been in use at the US Open since 2023 and the Aussie Open this year.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by the coming year the men's ATP Tour will have video reviews implemented at every one of its tournaments.
Other Changes
Another innovation at Wimbledon 2025 involves the introduction of graphical cues on scoreboards to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This solves instances where fans have occasionally been unsure whether a shot was out or in.
Finally, with exactly a century of days to go until the start of the Championships, the AELTC have further revealed an expansion in daily attendance at the qualifiers in Roehampton.
