Wimbledon will follow the American and Aussie Opens in utilizing video review technology.
Video review systems will be launched at The Championships in the upcoming tournament.
Athletes will gain the right to question certain decisions from the chair umpire, echoing the system already in operation at both the US Open and the Australian Open.
This innovation will be accessible on Centre Court and Court One throughout the Championships and on the remaining show courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This development comes just a season following the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which terminated the 147-year tradition of line officials.
Scope of Challenges
Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can request the official to re-examine specific decisions, such as:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a shot touched an opponent's racquet or body during play.
- Potential hindrance end of a point.
Notably, there is no cap on the amount of challenges a player can initiate.
Practical Application
A recent incident occurred in Indian Wells recently, where a top player initiated the video challenge against Jack Draper.
Draper admitted it was a tough situation for the umpire, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte watched a replay and determined Draper was responsible for interference, granting the point to Medvedev.
Growing Trend
Video reviews aren't new for major tournaments. 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 plans to have the system implemented at every one of its events.
Other Changes
A further change at Wimbledon 2025 involves the addition of visual indicators on scoreboards to complement the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses instances where spectators have occasionally been uncertain if a ball was in or out.
In other news, with exactly 100 days remaining until the beginning of the Championships, the AELTC have further revealed an increase in daily capacity at the qualifiers in Roehampton.
