The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay technology.
Replay systems will make its debut at Wimbledon for the 2025 edition.
Players are granted the option to challenge particular decisions made by the official, following the practice currently in place at each of 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 staging singles matches.
This move comes just a season following the All England Club introduced electronic line calling, which brought an end to the centuries-old role of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors cannot to dispute the call of the ELC system, but they can ask for the official to review specific decisions, including:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a ball touched an opponent's racquet or person during play.
- Possible interference at the conclusion of a rally.
Importantly, there will be no cap on the amount of challenges a player can ask for.
Case in Point
An illustrative case took place in a recent tournament recently, where a top player initiated the review system against his opponent.
Draper admitted it was a tough situation for the official, but thought his rival had "used the regulations effectively."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a replay and determined the player was responsible for hindrance, granting the point to Medvedev.
Broader Adoption
This technology aren't exclusive to Grand Slams. The system has been in use 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 ATP circuit will have video reviews implemented at all of its events.
Further Updates
A further change at Wimbledon 2025 will be the introduction of visual indicators on displays to support the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This solves instances where spectators have occasionally been unsure whether a shot was out or in.
Finally, with precisely 100 days to go until the beginning of the tournament, organizers have further revealed an increase in daily capacity at the qualifiers in Roehampton.
