The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in implementing replay technology.
Replay systems are set to arrive at Wimbledon in the upcoming tournament.
Competitors will gain the right to challenge certain decisions from the official, echoing the protocol already in operation at each of the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This innovation is slated for use on Centre Court and Court One for the duration of the tournament and on the remaining show courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This development follows just a season following the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which brought an end to the centuries-old tradition of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Players will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the official to review specific decisions, such as:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a shot touched an rival's racket or person on the way past.
- Possible interference end of a rally.
Importantly, there will be no cap on the number of reviews a player can initiate.
A Recent Example
A recent example took place in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev used the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper conceded it was a tough call for the official, but thought his rival had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire watched a replay and ruled Draper was guilty of hindrance, awarding the rally to his opponent.
Growing Trend
Video reviews are not new for Grand Slams. The system has been in use at the American major for two years and the Aussie Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by the coming year the men's ATP Tour plans to have video reviews implemented at all of its events.
Further Updates
Another innovation at Wimbledon 2025 involves the addition of graphical cues on displays to complement the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This solves instances where spectators have sometimes been unsure if a shot was out or in.
Finally, with precisely 100 days remaining until the start of the Championships, the AELTC have further revealed an increase in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
