Wimbledon will follow the US and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay systems.
Video review systems will be launched at Wimbledon this year.
Competitors will gain the option to challenge particular rulings from the chair umpire, mirroring the protocol already in place at both the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This innovation will be accessible on Centre Court and Court One for the duration of the tournament and on the remaining featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This development arrives only a season following the All England Club implemented ELC, which terminated the 147-year role of line officials.
Scope of Challenges
Players will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can ask for the umpire to review specific situations, including:
- Whether a ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a ball touched an opponent's racquet or body on the way past.
- Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a rally.
Notably, there is no limit on the number of reviews a competitor can ask for.
A Recent Example
A recent case took place in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the review system against his opponent.
The British player conceded it was a tough call for the umpire, but believed his rival had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a replay and ruled the player was guilty of hindrance, granting the rally to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
Video reviews aren't exclusive to Grand Slams. It has been in use at the American major since 2023 and the Aussie Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by next season the men's ATP Tour plans to have video reviews implemented at every one of its tournaments.
Further Updates
A further change at Wimbledon 2025 will be the introduction of visual indicators on displays to support the audio calls from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses situations where spectators have occasionally been uncertain whether a shot was out or in.
In other news, with precisely a century of days remaining until the start of the tournament, the AELTC have further announced an expansion in daily attendance at the qualifiers in Roehampton.
