The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay technology.
Video review technology are set to arrive at The Championships for the 2025 edition.
Competitors will gain the option to question particular decisions from the chair umpire, echoing the system already in use at each of the US Open and the Aussie major.
This technology will be accessible on Centre Court and the number one court for the duration of the Championships and on the remaining featured courts when they are staging singles contests.
This move follows just a season following the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which terminated the longstanding role of line judges.
Scope of Challenges
Competitors will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the ELC system, but are allowed to ask for the umpire to re-examine other situations, including:
- If a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a shot made contact with an rival's racket or body on the way past.
- Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there is no limit on the number of reviews a competitor can request.
Case in Point
An illustrative case occurred in a recent tournament last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the video challenge against his opponent.
The British player conceded it was a tough situation for the umpire, but thought his opponent had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire watched a replay and determined Draper was guilty of interference, granting the point to Medvedev.
Broader Adoption
Video reviews aren't new for major tournaments. It has been in use at the American major for two years and the Australian Open since 2025.
Additionally, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by the coming year the men's ATP Tour plans to have the system implemented at all of its tournaments.
Additional Innovations
Another change at The Championships this year will be the introduction of visual indicators on displays to complement the audio calls from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses instances where the crowd have sometimes been uncertain whether a shot was in or out.
In other news, with exactly 100 days remaining until the start of the tournament, organizers have also announced an increase in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
