Wimbledon will follow the US and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay technology.
Video review technology will be launched at The Championships for the 2025 edition.
Athletes will gain the option to challenge particular decisions from the official, following the system already in place at both the US Open and the Australian Open.
This technology is slated for use on the main stadium and the number one court throughout the tournament and on the other four show courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This step follows just a season following the AELTC rolled out ELC, which effectively ended the 147-year role of line officials.
Reviewable Decisions
Competitors will not be permitted to dispute the call of the electronic line calling, but they can ask for the official to re-examine other decisions, including:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a ball made contact with an opponent's racquet or person during play.
- Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a rally.
Notably, there is no limit on the number of reviews a player can request.
Practical Application
A recent case took place in Indian Wells last week, where a top player initiated the video challenge against Jack Draper.
The British player admitted it was a difficult situation for the official, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a video and ruled Draper was responsible for interference, awarding the rally to Medvedev.
Broader Adoption
Video reviews are not new for major tournaments. The system has been in use at the American major since 2023 and the Australian Open since 2025.
Additionally, it is increasingly prevalent on the WTA circuit, and by next season the men's ATP Tour will have video reviews implemented at all of its events.
Other Changes
Another innovation at The Championships 2025 involves the introduction of graphical cues on displays to support the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This solves situations where the crowd have sometimes been unsure whether a ball was out or in.
Finally, with exactly 100 days to go until the beginning of the tournament, organizers have further revealed an expansion in daily capacity at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
