The tournament joins the American and Aussie Opens in implementing replay technology.
Replay systems will be launched at The Championships this year.
Players will gain the option to question particular calls from the official, following the practice already in use at both the US Open and the Aussie major.
The new system will be operational on the main stadium and the number one court for the duration of the Championships and on the remaining featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This move follows just a season following the AELTC implemented ELC, which effectively ended the centuries-old role of line officials.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Players cannot to dispute the call of the ELC system, but are allowed to request the umpire to review other decisions, including:
- If a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a shot made contact with an rival's racket or person during play.
- Potential interference at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there is no limit on the number of reviews a competitor can initiate.
Practical Application
An illustrative example occurred in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev used the video challenge against Jack Draper.
The British player admitted it was a tough call for the official, but thought his rival had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte watched a video and determined the player was guilty of interference, granting the point to his opponent.
Broader Adoption
Video reviews are not new for Grand Slams. It has been in use at the US Open since 2023 and the Australian Open this year.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by the coming year the ATP circuit plans to have the system in place at every one of its events.
Other Changes
Another innovation at The Championships 2025 involves the introduction of graphical cues on scoreboards to complement the audio calls from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses instances where fans have occasionally been uncertain whether a ball was out or in.
In other news, with precisely 100 days remaining until the start of the tournament, organizers have also revealed an expansion in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
