The tournament joins the American and Aussie Opens in utilizing video review systems.
Video review technology will make its debut at Wimbledon for the 2025 edition.
Players will gain the ability to challenge certain rulings from the chair umpire, mirroring the protocol already in place at both the US Open and the Aussie major.
This technology will be operational on Centre Court and Court One for the duration of the Championships and on the other four show courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This development comes just a year after the AELTC introduced electronic line calling, which brought an end to the centuries-old role of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the official to re-examine other decisions, including:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a shot made contact with an rival's racket or body on the way past.
- Potential hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Notably, there is an unlimited number on the amount of challenges a competitor can ask for.
Practical Application
A recent incident occurred in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev used the video challenge against Jack Draper.
Draper conceded it was a tough situation for the umpire, but thought his rival had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire viewed a replay and determined the player was guilty of hindrance, awarding the rally to Medvedev.
Broader Adoption
This technology aren't new for Grand Slams. It has been in use at the American major for two years and the Aussie Open this year.
Additionally, 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 all of its events.
Additional Innovations
Another innovation at The Championships this year will be the introduction of visual indicators on scoreboards to support the audio calls from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses instances where the crowd have sometimes been uncertain if a ball was out or in.
In other news, with exactly 100 days to go until the start of the Championships, organizers have also revealed an increase in daily capacity at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
