Wimbledon will follow the US and Aussie Opens in employing video review technology.
Video review systems will make its debut at Wimbledon in the upcoming tournament.
Athletes will gain the right to question particular decisions made by the official, echoing the system currently in use at both the US Open and the Aussie major.
The new system will be accessible on Centre Court and the number one court for the duration of the Championships and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This development comes just a year after the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which brought an end to the 147-year role of line officials.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors cannot to dispute the call of the electronic line calling, but they can request the umpire to review other decisions, including:
- Whether a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a shot made contact with an rival's racket or person on the way past.
- Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a rally.
Importantly, there will be no limit on the number of challenges a player can ask for.
Case in Point
A recent case occurred in Indian Wells last week, where a top player initiated the video challenge against Jack Draper.
The British player conceded it was a difficult call for the official, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a replay and determined Draper was responsible for interference, granting the point to Medvedev.
Broader Adoption
Video reviews aren't exclusive to Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the American major for two years and the Australian Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the men's ATP Tour plans to have the system in place at every one of its events.
Additional Innovations
Another innovation at The Championships this year will be the addition of graphical cues on displays to complement the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses situations where spectators have occasionally been uncertain whether a ball was in or out.
In other news, with exactly 100 days remaining until the start of the tournament, the AELTC have further revealed an increase in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
