Wimbledon will follow the American and Aussie Opens in implementing video review technology.
Video review systems will make its debut at The Championships for the 2025 edition.
Players will gain the ability to question certain rulings made by the chair umpire, echoing the protocol already in use at each of the US Open and the Aussie major.
This technology will be operational on the main stadium and Court One for the duration of the tournament and on the other four show courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This development comes just a season following the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which brought an end to the centuries-old role of line officials.
Scope of Challenges
Competitors cannot to challenge the call of the electronic line calling, but they can request the official to re-examine specific decisions, including:
- Whether a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a ball made contact with an rival's racket or body during play.
- Possible interference at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there is no limit on the number of reviews a player can initiate.
Case in Point
An illustrative incident took place in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the review system against his opponent.
Draper conceded it was a difficult situation for the official, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
The umpire viewed a replay and determined Draper was responsible for interference, awarding the rally to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
This technology are not exclusive to Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the US Open for two years and the Australian Open this year.
Additionally, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by the coming year the men's ATP Tour will have the system in place at all of its tournaments.
Further Updates
Another change at Wimbledon this year involves the introduction of visual indicators on scoreboards to complement the audio calls from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses instances where spectators have sometimes been uncertain whether a ball was in or out.
In other news, with exactly 100 days remaining until the beginning of the Championships, organizers have further announced an increase in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
