The tournament joins the American and Aussie Opens in employing video review systems.
Replay systems will make its debut at The Championships for the 2025 edition.
Athletes will gain the option to challenge certain calls from the official, mirroring the protocol currently in place at each of the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This technology will be operational on Centre Court and Court One throughout the tournament and on the other four featured courts when they are staging singles contests.
This development comes just a year after the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which effectively ended the 147-year role of line officials.
Scope of Challenges
Competitors cannot to dispute the call of the electronic line calling, but they can ask for the umpire to re-examine specific decisions, including:
- Whether a 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 is an unlimited number on the amount of reviews a competitor can ask for.
Case in Point
A recent example occurred in Indian Wells recently, where a top player used the review system against his opponent.
The British player admitted it was a difficult situation for the umpire, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations effectively."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a video and determined Draper was guilty of interference, granting the point to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
This technology aren't exclusive to Grand Slams. The system has been in use at the American major for two years and the Aussie Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the WTA circuit, and by next season the men's ATP Tour will have video reviews in place at every one of its events.
Further Updates
A further change at The Championships this year involves the introduction of graphical cues on displays to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This solves instances where spectators have occasionally been uncertain whether a shot was out or in.
Finally, with precisely a century of days remaining until the beginning of the Championships, the AELTC have further announced an expansion in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
