The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in implementing replay systems.
Video review technology will be launched at The Championships in the upcoming tournament.
Athletes will gain the ability to contest certain rulings from the chair umpire, echoing the system already in use at both the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
The new system is slated for use on Centre Court and the number one court throughout the Championships and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This development follows just a season following the AELTC introduced ELC, which effectively ended the 147-year role of line officials.
Reviewable Decisions
Players cannot to challenge the call of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the official to re-examine other situations, such as:
- If a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a ball made contact with an rival's racket or person on the way past.
- Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a rally.
Importantly, there is no cap on the number of challenges a player can initiate.
Practical Application
A recent case took place in Indian Wells last week, where a top player used the review system against Jack Draper.
The British player admitted it was a tough situation for the official, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte watched a video and determined Draper was guilty of interference, awarding the point to Medvedev.
Growing Trend
Video reviews are not new for major tournaments. It was adopted at the American major for two years and the Aussie Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the WTA circuit, and by the coming year the ATP circuit plans to have the system implemented at every one of its tournaments.
Other Changes
Another innovation at The Championships 2025 involves the introduction of visual indicators on scoreboards to complement the audio calls from the ELC system.
This addresses instances where spectators have occasionally been unsure if a ball was in or out.
Finally, with precisely 100 days to go until the beginning of the Championships, the AELTC have also announced an increase in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
