Wimbledon will follow the American and Aussie Opens in implementing video review systems.
Video review technology will make its debut at The Championships for the 2025 edition.
Athletes are granted the right to challenge certain decisions made by the official, echoing the practice already in operation at each of the US Open and the Australian Open.
The new system is slated for use on Centre Court and the number one court throughout the tournament and on the other four show courts when they are staging singles matches.
This step comes just a year after the All England Club implemented ELC, which brought an end to the centuries-old tradition of line officials.
Reviewable Decisions
Players cannot to challenge the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can request the official to re-examine other decisions, such as:
- Whether a ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a shot touched an opponent's racquet or person on the way past.
- Possible interference at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there will be no limit on the amount of challenges a competitor can ask for.
Case in Point
A recent incident took place in a recent tournament recently, where Daniil Medvedev used the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper conceded it was a tough situation for the umpire, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
The umpire watched a replay and ruled the player was responsible for interference, granting the point to Medvedev.
Growing Trend
This technology are not new for Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the American major for two years and the Australian Open this year.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the WTA circuit, and by next season the men's ATP Tour plans to have video reviews in place at every one of its tournaments.
Other Changes
Another change at Wimbledon this year will be the introduction of visual indicators on displays to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This addresses instances where the crowd have occasionally been unsure if a shot was out or in.
In other news, with exactly a century of days to go until the start of the tournament, organizers have also announced an increase in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
