Wimbledon will follow the American and Aussie Opens in utilizing video review systems.
Replay systems will make its debut at Wimbledon in the upcoming tournament.
Competitors are granted the option to question specific calls from the official, following the system currently in place at each of the US Open and the Aussie major.
This innovation will be operational on the main stadium and the number one court for the duration of the Championships and on the other four show courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This move arrives only a season following the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which brought an end to the longstanding role of line judges.
Scope of Challenges
Players cannot to challenge the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the official to review specific situations, such as:
- Whether a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- If a shot touched an opponent's racquet or body during play.
- Potential interference at the conclusion of a rally.
Importantly, there will be no cap on the number of challenges a player can ask for.
Practical Application
A recent incident occurred in Indian Wells recently, where Daniil Medvedev used the review system against his opponent.
Draper conceded it was a difficult call for the official, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire viewed a replay and ruled the player was guilty of hindrance, awarding the rally to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
Video reviews aren't new for Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the American major since 2023 and the Australian Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the men's ATP Tour will have the system in place at every one of its events.
Other Changes
A further innovation at Wimbledon 2025 will be the introduction of visual indicators on displays to support the audio calls from the ELC system.
This solves instances where spectators have occasionally been unsure whether a shot was in or out.
In other news, with exactly 100 days remaining until the beginning of the tournament, organizers have also revealed an increase in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
