The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay systems.
Video review systems will be launched at Wimbledon for the 2025 edition.
Competitors will gain the option to challenge particular calls from the chair umpire, echoing the system currently in use at each of the American Grand Slam and the Australian Open.
This innovation will be accessible on the main stadium and Court One for the duration of the tournament and on the other four show courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This step follows just a year after the AELTC implemented ELC, which effectively ended the 147-year role of line judges.
Scope of Challenges
Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the ELC system, but they can ask for the official to re-examine specific decisions, such as:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a shot touched an rival's racket or body during play.
- Possible interference at the conclusion of a rally.
Importantly, there will be no cap on the number of challenges a player can initiate.
Practical Application
A recent case took place in a recent tournament recently, where Daniil Medvedev used the review system against his opponent.
The British player admitted it was a tough call for the umpire, but believed his opponent had "played the rules effectively."
Official Aurelie Tourte watched a video and ruled the player was guilty of hindrance, awarding the point to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
Video reviews aren't exclusive to major tournaments. The system has been in use at the American major since 2023 and the Australian Open this year.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by the coming year the men's ATP Tour will have video reviews in place at every one of its events.
Additional Innovations
A further innovation at The Championships this year involves the addition of graphical cues on scoreboards to support the audio calls from the ELC system.
This solves instances where fans have sometimes been unsure if a ball was in or out.
Finally, with exactly 100 days remaining until the start of the Championships, the AELTC have further revealed an increase in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
