The tournament joins the American and Aussie Opens in utilizing video review systems.
Video review technology will make its debut at Wimbledon for the 2025 edition.
Athletes will gain the ability to question certain rulings from the chair umpire, mirroring the protocol already in operation at both the American Grand Slam and the Australian Open.
This innovation will be accessible on Centre Court and the number one court for the duration of the Championships and on the other four show courts when they are staging singles matches.
This move follows just a season following the AELTC introduced ELC, which brought an end to the centuries-old tradition of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Players cannot to dispute the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the official to re-examine other situations, including:
- Whether a ball has double-bounced.
- If a shot touched an opponent's racquet or body on the way past.
- Potential interference end of a rally.
Importantly, there is no limit on the number of challenges a player can initiate.
A Recent Example
A recent case occurred in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the review system against his opponent.
The British player admitted it was a tough situation for the official, but believed his rival had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire watched a video and determined the player was guilty of hindrance, granting the rally to Medvedev.
Broader Adoption
This technology are not new for Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the American major since 2023 and the Australian Open this year.
Additionally, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the men's ATP Tour plans to have the system in place at all of its events.
Other Changes
Another innovation at The Championships this year involves the introduction of graphical cues on displays to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This solves instances where fans have occasionally been uncertain if a shot was out or in.
In other news, with precisely 100 days remaining until the beginning of the Championships, organizers have further revealed an expansion in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
