The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in employing video review technology.
Replay systems are set to arrive at The Championships in the upcoming tournament.
Athletes will gain the option to challenge particular calls from the official, echoing the system already in use at each of the American Grand Slam and the Australian Open.
This technology is slated for use on Centre Court and Court One throughout the Championships and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This step comes just a season following the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which effectively ended the 147-year role of line officials.
Scope of Challenges
Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the official to re-examine specific decisions, including:
- If a ball has bounced twice.
- If a ball touched an opponent's racquet or person on the way past.
- Possible interference end of a point.
Notably, there will be an unlimited number on the number of challenges a player can ask for.
A Recent Example
A recent example took place in Indian Wells last week, where a top player initiated the review system against his opponent.
The British player admitted it was a tough situation for the umpire, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte watched a replay and determined the player was guilty of interference, awarding the rally to Medvedev.
Broader Adoption
This technology aren't exclusive to Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the US Open for two years and the Aussie Open this year.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by next season the men's ATP Tour will have video reviews implemented at all of its tournaments.
Additional Innovations
Another innovation at The Championships 2025 involves the addition of graphical cues on scoreboards to complement the audio calls from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses instances where fans have occasionally been unsure whether a ball was in or out.
Finally, with exactly 100 days to go until the beginning of the Championships, organizers have further announced an increase in daily attendance at the qualifiers in Roehampton.
