Wimbledon will follow the American and Aussie Opens in implementing video review systems.
Video review systems are set to arrive at Wimbledon this year.
Athletes will gain the option to contest certain rulings made by the chair umpire, following the practice currently in place 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 Championships and on the remaining show courts when they are staging singles contests.
This step follows just a season following the AELTC rolled out ELC, which brought an end to the longstanding role of line officials.
Scope of Challenges
Players will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can ask for the umpire to re-examine other situations, including:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a ball made contact with an rival's racket or body during play.
- Potential interference end of a point.
Importantly, there is no limit on the amount of reviews a competitor can request.
A Recent Example
A recent case took place in a recent tournament last week, where a top player used the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper conceded it was a difficult situation for the umpire, but thought his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a video and ruled Draper was responsible for hindrance, awarding the rally to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
This technology aren't new for major tournaments. The system has been in use at the American major since 2023 and the Australian Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the ATP circuit plans to have the system in place at every one of its tournaments.
Further Updates
Another innovation at Wimbledon this year involves the introduction of visual indicators on scoreboards to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This addresses instances where spectators have occasionally been uncertain whether a ball was in or out.
In other news, with precisely 100 days remaining until the start of the Championships, organizers have further announced an increase in daily capacity at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
