Wimbledon will follow the US and Australian Opens in utilizing video review systems.
Video review technology are set to arrive at Wimbledon for the 2025 edition.
Athletes will gain the right to question certain calls made by the official, mirroring the system already in use at each of the US Open and the Australian Open.
This technology will be accessible on Centre Court and Court One for the duration of the tournament and on the other four show courts when they are staging singles contests.
This step arrives only a year after the AELTC rolled out ELC, which effectively ended the longstanding role of line officials.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Players cannot to challenge the call of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the umpire to review specific decisions, such as:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a ball touched an opponent's racquet or body during play.
- Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Notably, there is an unlimited number on the number of reviews a player can ask for.
Case in Point
An illustrative example occurred in Indian Wells last week, where a top player used the review system against his opponent.
Draper admitted it was a difficult call for the official, but thought his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte watched a replay and ruled the player was responsible for interference, granting the rally to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
This technology aren't exclusive to Grand Slams. It has been in use at the American major for two years and the Australian Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the WTA circuit, and by the coming year the men's ATP Tour will have the system implemented at every one of its tournaments.
Other Changes
Another change at Wimbledon 2025 involves the introduction of graphical cues on displays to complement the audio calls from the electronic line calling system.
This solves situations where fans have sometimes been uncertain whether a shot was in or out.
In other news, with exactly 100 days remaining until the beginning of the Championships, the AELTC have further revealed an expansion in daily capacity at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
