The tournament joins the American and Australian Opens in employing replay systems.
Video review technology are set to arrive at Wimbledon in the upcoming tournament.
Players will gain the option to challenge certain decisions from the official, echoing the protocol already in operation at both the US Open and the Australian Open.
This technology will be accessible on Centre Court and the number one court for the duration of the tournament and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This move comes just a season following the All England Club implemented ELC, which brought an end to the longstanding tradition of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Players will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can ask for the official to re-examine specific decisions, including:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a shot made contact with an opponent's racquet or body on the way past.
- Possible hindrance end of a point.
Notably, there will be no limit on the amount of reviews a player can request.
Case in Point
A recent example occurred in Indian Wells last week, where a top player initiated the review system against his opponent.
The British player admitted it was a tough call for the umpire, but believed his rival had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire viewed a video and ruled the player was responsible for hindrance, granting the point to his opponent.
Growing Trend
Video reviews are not new for major tournaments. The system was adopted at the American major for two years and the Australian Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by the coming year the ATP circuit will have video reviews in place at every one of its events.
Further Updates
A further innovation at The Championships this year will be the addition of visual indicators on displays to support the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses instances where the crowd have sometimes been uncertain whether a ball was in or out.
Finally, with exactly 100 days remaining until the beginning of the tournament, the AELTC have also announced an increase in daily attendance at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
