Wimbledon will follow the US and Aussie Opens in employing video review systems.
Replay systems will make its debut at Wimbledon for the 2025 edition.
Athletes will gain the ability to question particular decisions from the chair umpire, mirroring the practice currently in use at each of the American Grand Slam and the Australian Open.
This technology will be accessible on the main stadium and the number one court throughout the tournament and on the remaining featured courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This step comes just a season following the All England Club implemented ELC, which effectively ended the 147-year tradition of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Players will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the ELC system, but are allowed to ask for the umpire to re-examine other decisions, including:
- Whether a ball has bounced twice.
- If a ball made contact with an opponent's racquet or person during play.
- Possible interference at the conclusion of a rally.
Notably, there will be an unlimited number on the number of challenges a competitor can initiate.
A Recent Example
An illustrative case took place in Indian Wells recently, where Daniil Medvedev used the review system against his opponent.
Draper admitted it was a tough situation for the official, but thought his opponent had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire viewed a replay and determined Draper was guilty of hindrance, granting the point to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
This technology are not exclusive to Grand Slams. The system has been in use at the American major since 2023 and the Aussie Open this year.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by the coming year the men's ATP Tour plans to have video reviews in place at all of its tournaments.
Further Updates
Another change at Wimbledon 2025 will be the introduction of graphical cues on displays to complement the audio calls from the ELC system.
This addresses instances where fans have sometimes been unsure whether a ball was in or out.
Finally, with precisely a century of days remaining until the start of the tournament, organizers have further announced an expansion in daily capacity at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
