Wimbledon will follow the US and Aussie Opens in implementing replay technology.
Replay technology will make its debut at The Championships this year.
Athletes will gain the right to challenge particular decisions from the chair umpire, echoing the practice currently in use at each of the US Open and the Aussie major.
This innovation is slated for use on the main stadium and Court One throughout the tournament and on the remaining featured courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This move comes just a year after the All England Club rolled out ELC, which brought an end to the 147-year tradition of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors will not be permitted to dispute the call of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to ask for the umpire to re-examine other decisions, including:
- If a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- If a shot touched an rival's racket or body on the way past.
- Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there is an unlimited number on the amount of reviews a competitor can initiate.
Case in Point
An illustrative incident took place in a recent tournament last week, where a top player used the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper admitted it was a difficult call for the umpire, but believed his rival had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire watched a video and ruled the player was responsible for interference, awarding the rally to his opponent.
Broader Adoption
This technology aren't exclusive to major tournaments. The system was adopted at the American major for two years and the Australian Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by the coming year the ATP circuit plans to have the system in place at every one of its tournaments.
Other Changes
A further change at Wimbledon 2025 will be the introduction of visual indicators on displays to support the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This solves instances where the crowd have sometimes been unsure whether a ball was out or in.
In other news, with exactly 100 days remaining until the beginning of the tournament, the AELTC have further announced an increase in daily attendance at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
