Wimbledon Introduces Video Review System This Season.
Wimbledon will follow the US and Aussie Opens in utilizing video review technology.
Video review technology will make its debut at The Championships for the 2025 edition.
Athletes will gain the option to contest particular rulings made by the official, mirroring the practice already in place at each of the US Open and the Aussie major.
This innovation will be accessible on the main stadium and Court One for the duration of the Championships and on the remaining show courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This move follows just a season following the All England Club introduced ELC, which terminated the centuries-old role of line judges.
Reviewable Decisions
Competitors cannot to dispute the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the umpire to re-examine specific decisions, such as:
- Whether a ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a shot made contact with an opponent's racquet or person during play.
- Potential interference at the conclusion of a point.
Notably, there is an unlimited number on the number of reviews a player can request.
A Recent Example
A recent case occurred 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 believed his rival had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte watched a video and determined Draper was guilty of hindrance, granting the point to his opponent.
Growing Trend
This technology are not new for Grand Slams. It has been in use at the American major since 2023 and the Australian Open this year.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by the coming year the men's ATP Tour will have the system implemented at every one of its events.
Additional Innovations
Another change at The Championships this year will be the addition of visual indicators on scoreboards to complement the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This addresses instances where fans have occasionally been uncertain whether a shot was out or in.
Finally, with precisely 100 days to go until the start of the tournament, organizers have also revealed an increase in daily attendance at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
