Wimbledon will follow the US and Australian Opens in utilizing video review systems.
Replay technology will be launched at The Championships for the 2025 edition.
Players will gain the right to question specific calls made by the chair umpire, mirroring the system already in use at each of the US Open and the Aussie major.
This technology will be operational on the main stadium and the number one court throughout the Championships and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This move follows just a season following the All England Club implemented ELC, which brought an end to the centuries-old role of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors cannot to dispute the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can request the official to re-examine other situations, including:
- If a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a ball made contact with an opponent's racquet or body on the way past.
- Possible interference at the conclusion of a point.
Notably, there will be no cap on the number of reviews a player can ask for.
Case in Point
A recent incident took place in Indian Wells last week, where a top player used the review system against his opponent.
Draper admitted it was a difficult situation for the umpire, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire viewed a replay and determined Draper was guilty of interference, granting the rally to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
Video reviews aren't exclusive to Grand Slams. It has been in use at the US Open for two years and the Aussie Open since 2025.
Additionally, it is increasingly prevalent on the WTA circuit, and by next season the ATP circuit will have the system implemented at all of its tournaments.
Other Changes
Another change at Wimbledon this year involves the introduction of visual indicators on scoreboards to complement the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This solves instances where fans have sometimes been unsure whether a ball was in or out.
In other news, with exactly 100 days to go until the start of the Championships, the AELTC have also announced an increase in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
