Wimbledon will follow the US and Aussie Opens in implementing video review technology.
Video review technology will be launched at Wimbledon in the upcoming tournament.
Athletes will gain the ability to contest specific decisions made by the official, echoing the practice currently in operation at each of the US Open and the Aussie major.
This technology is slated for use on Centre Court and the number one court for the duration of the tournament and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This development follows just a season following the AELTC rolled out ELC, which terminated the 147-year role of line officials.
Reviewable Decisions
Competitors will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the ELC system, but are allowed to request the umpire to re-examine specific decisions, including:
- If a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a shot touched an opponent's racquet or body during play.
- Possible interference end of a rally.
Notably, there is no limit on the amount of challenges a competitor can ask for.
Practical Application
A recent example took place in a recent tournament last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper conceded it was a tough situation for the umpire, but thought his rival had "played the rules quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a video and ruled the player was responsible for interference, granting the rally to his opponent.
Broader Adoption
This technology aren't new for Grand Slams. The system has been in use at the American major since 2023 and the Aussie Open this year.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by next season the men's ATP Tour will have the system in place at all of its events.
Other Changes
A further change at The Championships 2025 involves the addition of visual indicators on scoreboards to support the audio calls from the ELC system.
This addresses situations where fans have sometimes been unsure whether a ball was out or in.
Finally, with exactly 100 days to go until the start of the tournament, organizers have further revealed an expansion in daily capacity at the qualifiers in Roehampton.
