Wimbledon will follow the US and Australian Opens in utilizing video review technology.
Replay systems will make its debut at Wimbledon for the 2025 edition.
Players are granted the right to challenge specific calls made by the official, following the system already in place at both the US Open and the Aussie major.
The new system is slated for use on Centre Court and the number one court for the duration of the Championships and on the remaining show courts when they are staging singles matches.
This development comes just a season following the AELTC implemented ELC, which effectively ended the 147-year role of line officials.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the ELC system, but they can request the umpire to review other decisions, such as:
- If a ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a ball made contact with an rival's racket or body on the way past.
- Possible hindrance end of a rally.
Notably, there will be an unlimited number on the amount of challenges a competitor can request.
Practical Application
A recent example took place in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the video challenge against Jack Draper.
The British player admitted it was a tough call for the umpire, but thought his opponent had "played the rules quite well."
The umpire viewed a video and ruled the player was guilty of hindrance, awarding the point to Medvedev.
Broader Adoption
This technology aren't new for Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the US Open for two years and the Aussie Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the ATP circuit will have video reviews in place at all of its events.
Additional Innovations
A further innovation at Wimbledon this year will be the introduction of visual indicators on displays to complement the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses instances where spectators have occasionally been uncertain whether a ball was in or out.
Finally, with precisely 100 days to go until the start of the Championships, organizers have further revealed an expansion in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
