The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in employing replay systems.
Video review technology will make its debut at The Championships in the upcoming tournament.
Players will gain the ability to challenge certain rulings made by the chair umpire, echoing the practice currently in place at both the American Grand Slam 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 featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This move follows just a year after the All England Club introduced electronic line calling, which terminated the longstanding role of line officials.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors cannot to dispute the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can ask for the umpire to re-examine specific decisions, such as:
- If a ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a ball touched an rival's racket or body on the way past.
- Potential hindrance end of a point.
Importantly, there is an unlimited number on the number of reviews a competitor can ask for.
Case in Point
An illustrative example occurred in a recent tournament recently, where a top player initiated the video challenge against Jack Draper.
The British player admitted it was a tough call for the umpire, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire watched a replay and determined the player was guilty of interference, granting the rally to Medvedev.
Growing Trend
Video reviews aren't new for major tournaments. It was adopted at the American major for two years and the Australian Open this year.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the ATP circuit will have video reviews implemented at every one of its events.
Additional Innovations
Another change at Wimbledon 2025 involves the introduction of visual indicators on displays to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This solves instances where spectators have occasionally been unsure if a ball was in or out.
Finally, with precisely 100 days to go until the start of the tournament, the AELTC have further announced an increase in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
