Wimbledon will follow the American and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay systems.
Replay technology will make its debut at Wimbledon for the 2025 edition.
Competitors are granted the right to challenge specific rulings made by the chair umpire, echoing the protocol currently in use at both the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This technology will be accessible on the main stadium and the number one court for the duration of the Championships and on the other four show courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This step arrives only a season following the AELTC rolled out electronic line calling, which brought an end to the 147-year tradition of line judges.
Reviewable Decisions
Competitors cannot to dispute the call of the ELC system, but are allowed to request the umpire to review other decisions, such as:
- Whether a ball has bounced twice.
- If a ball touched an opponent's racquet or person during play.
- Potential hindrance at the conclusion of a rally.
Notably, there will be an unlimited number on the number of challenges a competitor can initiate.
A Recent Example
A recent example took place in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev used the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper conceded it was a difficult call for the official, but believed his rival had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire watched a video and ruled the player was responsible for hindrance, granting the rally to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
Video reviews aren't new for Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the US Open since 2023 and the Australian Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by the coming year the ATP circuit will have video reviews in place at every one of its tournaments.
Further Updates
Another change at The Championships this year will be the introduction of visual indicators on displays to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This solves instances where the crowd have occasionally been uncertain if a ball was out or in.
In other news, with precisely a century of days to go until the start of the tournament, the AELTC have further announced an expansion in daily attendance at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
