The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in employing replay systems.
Replay technology will make its debut at Wimbledon this year.
Athletes will gain the right to challenge particular calls from the official, following the protocol currently in operation at each of the US Open and the Australian Open.
This technology will be operational on the main stadium and the number one court throughout the Championships and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This step arrives only a season following the All England Club implemented electronic line calling, which terminated the 147-year role of line judges.
Reviewable Decisions
Players will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the ELC system, but are allowed to ask for the official to review other situations, such as:
- If a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a ball touched an opponent's racquet or body on the way past.
- Potential interference end of a rally.
Importantly, there is no limit on the number of reviews a player can request.
Practical Application
An illustrative case took place in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the review system against Jack Draper.
The British player admitted it was a tough call for the umpire, but thought his opponent had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire watched a replay and ruled Draper was responsible for interference, awarding the rally to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
This technology aren't exclusive to Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the US Open for two years and the Australian Open this year.
Additionally, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by the coming year the ATP circuit plans to have video reviews implemented at all of its tournaments.
Other Changes
A further change at Wimbledon 2025 involves the addition of graphical cues on displays to support the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses situations where spectators have sometimes been uncertain whether a shot was out or in.
In other news, with exactly 100 days to go until the start of the Championships, the AELTC have also revealed an increase in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
