Wimbledon Introduces Video Review System This Season.
The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in employing replay systems.
Replay systems will make its debut at The Championships for the 2025 edition.
Players are granted the option to question particular rulings from the official, echoing the practice currently in operation at both the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This innovation is slated for use on the main stadium and Court One throughout the Championships and on the remaining show courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This move follows just a season following the AELTC rolled out electronic line calling, which brought an end to the centuries-old role of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Players cannot to challenge the accuracy of the ELC system, but are allowed to request the official to re-examine other decisions, including:
- If a ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a shot made contact with an opponent's racquet or body during play.
- Possible interference end of a point.
Notably, there is no limit on the amount of challenges a player can ask for.
Case in Point
A recent case took place in a recent tournament last week, where a top player used the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper conceded it was a difficult situation for the umpire, but believed his rival had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte watched a replay and determined Draper was guilty of hindrance, awarding the point to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
This technology are not exclusive to Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the American major since 2023 and the Australian Open since 2025.
Additionally, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the ATP circuit will have video reviews implemented at every one of its events.
Other Changes
Another innovation at Wimbledon this year involves the introduction of graphical cues on displays to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This solves instances where the crowd have occasionally been uncertain whether a ball was out or in.
Finally, with precisely a century of days remaining until the beginning of the tournament, the AELTC have further announced an expansion in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
