Wimbledon Embraces Video Review System in 2025.
The tournament joins the American and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay technology.
Video review systems are set to arrive at The Championships in the upcoming tournament.
Competitors are granted the option to question specific rulings from the official, echoing the protocol already in use at each of the US Open and the Aussie major.
This innovation will be operational on Centre Court and the number one court for the duration of the tournament and on the remaining show courts when they are staging singles matches.
This step follows just a year after the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which terminated the longstanding role of line judges.
Reviewable Decisions
Players will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the official to re-examine other decisions, such as:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a ball touched an rival's racket or person on the way past.
- Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there will be no cap on the amount of reviews a competitor can request.
A Recent Example
An illustrative incident took place in a recent tournament last week, where a top player used the review system against his opponent.
The British player conceded it was a difficult situation for the umpire, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire watched a video and ruled the player was responsible for interference, granting the point to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
This technology aren't new for Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the US Open since 2023 and the Australian Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the ATP circuit will have the system implemented at every one of its tournaments.
Further Updates
A further innovation at The Championships 2025 involves the addition of visual indicators on scoreboards to complement the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This solves instances where the crowd have sometimes been unsure whether a ball was out or in.
Finally, with precisely a century of days remaining until the start of the Championships, organizers have further announced an expansion in daily capacity at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
