The tournament joins the American and Australian Opens in implementing replay systems.
Video review systems will be launched at Wimbledon for the 2025 edition.
Athletes will gain the right to challenge certain rulings from the official, mirroring the system currently in operation at both the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This technology is slated for use on the main stadium and the number one court throughout the Championships and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This step follows just a year after the All England Club rolled out electronic line calling, which terminated the centuries-old tradition of line officials.
Scope of Challenges
Competitors will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the ELC system, but are allowed to request the umpire to review other decisions, such as:
- If a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- If a ball touched an opponent's racquet or body on the way past.
- Potential interference at the conclusion of a rally.
Notably, there will be no limit on the number of reviews a competitor can initiate.
Practical Application
A recent example occurred in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev used the video challenge against Jack Draper.
The British player conceded it was a difficult situation for the official, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations effectively."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a video and determined Draper was responsible for hindrance, awarding the point to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
This technology aren't new for major tournaments. It has been in use at the US Open since 2023 and the Aussie Open since 2025.
Additionally, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the ATP circuit will have the system in place at every one of its tournaments.
Other Changes
Another change at The Championships 2025 involves the addition of visual indicators on scoreboards to complement the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This addresses instances where the crowd have occasionally been uncertain if a ball was out or in.
Finally, with precisely a century of days to go until the start of the Championships, the AELTC have further revealed an increase in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
