Wimbledon will follow the US and Aussie Opens in implementing video review systems.
Video review systems will make its debut at The Championships this year.
Competitors are granted the ability to contest particular calls from the chair umpire, echoing the practice already in operation at both the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This technology is slated for use on the main stadium and Court One for the duration of the Championships and on the remaining featured courts when they are staging singles matches.
This move comes just a year after the All England Club introduced ELC, which terminated the centuries-old role of line officials.
Scope of Challenges
Players will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can request the umpire to review specific decisions, such as:
- If a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- If a ball touched an opponent's racquet or body during play.
- Potential hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there is no limit on the number of challenges a player can ask for.
Case in Point
A recent incident occurred in Indian Wells last week, where a top player used the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper conceded it was a difficult situation for the official, but thought his rival had "used the regulations quite well."
The umpire watched a video and determined the player was responsible for hindrance, granting the point to his opponent.
Broader Adoption
Video reviews are not new for major tournaments. It was adopted at the American major for two years and the Australian Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by the coming year the men's ATP Tour will have the system implemented at all of its events.
Further Updates
Another change at The Championships this year involves the addition of visual indicators on scoreboards to complement the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses instances where fans have occasionally been unsure whether a ball was out or in.
In other news, with precisely a century of days to go until the start of the tournament, organizers have further revealed an expansion in daily attendance at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
