Wimbledon will follow the American and Aussie Opens in implementing replay systems.
Video review technology will make its debut at Wimbledon this year.
Athletes are granted the option to question certain calls from the chair umpire, echoing the practice currently in operation at both the American Grand Slam and the Australian Open.
The new system is slated for use on the main stadium and Court One throughout the Championships and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This move arrives only a season following the All England Club rolled out electronic line calling, which terminated the 147-year role of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Players will not be permitted to challenge the call of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the official to re-examine other decisions, including:
- If a ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a shot touched an opponent's racquet or body on the way past.
- Possible interference end of a rally.
Importantly, there will be an unlimited number on the amount of challenges a competitor can ask for.
Case in Point
A recent incident took place in Indian Wells recently, where a top player initiated the video challenge against Jack Draper.
Draper conceded it was a difficult call for the umpire, but thought his opponent had "used the regulations effectively."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a video and ruled the player was responsible for interference, granting the point to his opponent.
Growing Trend
This technology are not new for major tournaments. It was adopted at the American major for two years and the Australian Open this year.
Additionally, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by the coming year the ATP circuit will have video reviews implemented at all of its events.
Further Updates
A further change at The Championships 2025 involves the introduction of visual indicators on scoreboards to support the audio calls from the electronic line calling system.
This solves situations where fans have occasionally been uncertain if a ball was in or out.
In other news, with precisely 100 days to go until the start of the tournament, organizers have further announced an expansion in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
