Wimbledon will follow the American and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay systems.
Video review systems will make its debut at Wimbledon in the upcoming tournament.
Players are granted the ability to question particular calls from the official, mirroring the practice already in operation at each of the US Open and the Australian Open.
This innovation is slated for use on the main stadium and the number one court throughout the Championships and on the remaining show courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This development comes just a year after the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which effectively ended the longstanding tradition of line officials.
Reviewable Decisions
Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the ELC system, but are allowed to request the official to review other decisions, including:
- Whether a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- If a ball touched an opponent's racquet or person during play.
- Possible interference at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there is an unlimited number on the number of reviews a player can ask for.
Practical Application
A recent case took place in Indian Wells recently, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the video challenge against his opponent.
Draper admitted it was a tough situation for the umpire, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
The umpire viewed a replay and ruled Draper was guilty of hindrance, granting the point to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
Video reviews are not exclusive to Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the US Open since 2023 and the Aussie Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by the coming year the ATP circuit will have video reviews implemented at all of its tournaments.
Additional Innovations
Another change at Wimbledon 2025 involves the introduction of graphical cues on displays to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This addresses instances where the crowd have occasionally been unsure if a shot was in or out.
In other news, with precisely a century of days to go until the start of the Championships, organizers have further revealed an increase in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
