The tournament joins the American and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay technology.
Replay systems are set to arrive at The Championships for the 2025 edition.
Athletes will gain the option to contest certain rulings from the chair umpire, mirroring the practice currently in use at both the US Open and the Australian Open.
This innovation will be operational on Centre Court and Court One for the duration of the tournament and on the remaining featured courts when they are staging singles matches.
This move follows just a season following the All England Club introduced electronic line calling, which terminated the 147-year role of line judges.
Reviewable Decisions
Players will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the ELC system, but they can ask for the official to review specific situations, such as:
- If a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a ball made contact with an opponent's racquet or body on the way past.
- Potential interference at the conclusion of a rally.
Importantly, there is an unlimited number on the number of challenges a player can ask for.
Case in Point
An illustrative case occurred in a recent tournament last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the review system against his opponent.
Draper conceded it was a tough situation for the umpire, but believed his rival had "played the rules effectively."
Official Aurelie Tourte watched a video and ruled Draper was guilty of hindrance, granting the rally to Medvedev.
Broader Adoption
This technology aren't new for Grand Slams. It was adopted at the American major since 2023 and the Australian Open this year.
Additionally, 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 2025 involves the addition of visual indicators on scoreboards to complement the audio calls from the ELC system.
This solves instances where spectators have occasionally been unsure if a shot was in or out.
Finally, with precisely 100 days remaining until the start of the Championships, organizers have also announced an expansion in daily attendance at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
