Wimbledon will follow the US and Aussie Opens in implementing video review technology.
Replay systems will make its debut at The Championships this year.
Players will gain the ability to challenge specific decisions from the chair umpire, following the protocol already in operation at each of the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This innovation will be accessible on the main stadium and Court One throughout the tournament and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This step arrives only a season following the All England Club rolled out electronic line calling, which brought an end to the 147-year role of line officials.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Players will not be permitted to dispute the call of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the official to re-examine specific situations, such as:
- If a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a ball touched an opponent's racquet or person during play.
- Potential interference at the conclusion of a rally.
Notably, there is no limit on the number of reviews a player can request.
Case in Point
An illustrative case took place in a recent tournament last week, where a top player initiated the video challenge against Jack Draper.
The British player conceded it was a tough call for the official, but thought his opponent had "played the rules effectively."
The umpire viewed a video and determined the player was guilty of hindrance, awarding the rally to his opponent.
Broader Adoption
Video reviews are not new for major tournaments. It was adopted at the US Open for two years and the Aussie Open since 2025.
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 innovation at The Championships 2025 involves the addition of visual indicators on displays to support the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses instances where fans have occasionally been unsure if a ball was out or in.
Finally, with precisely 100 days to go until the start of the tournament, the AELTC have also announced an increase in daily attendance at the qualifiers in Roehampton.
