The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay technology.
Video review technology will make its debut at The Championships for the 2025 edition.
Competitors will gain the option to contest certain calls from the chair umpire, following the protocol already in use at each of the US Open and the Aussie major.
This innovation is slated for use on the main stadium and the number one court throughout the Championships and on the other four show courts when they are staging singles matches.
This development follows just a season following the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which brought an end to the 147-year tradition of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the ELC system, but they can ask for the umpire to review specific situations, such as:
- If a ball has bounced twice.
- If a ball touched an rival's racket or person on the way past.
- Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there is no limit on the amount of reviews a competitor can request.
Case in Point
A recent incident occurred in a recent tournament recently, where a top player used the review system against his opponent.
Draper conceded it was a tough call for the umpire, but believed his rival had "used the regulations effectively."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a video and ruled Draper was guilty of interference, awarding the point to his opponent.
Growing Trend
Video reviews aren't exclusive to major tournaments. The system has been in use at the American major since 2023 and the Aussie Open since 2025.
Additionally, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by the coming year the ATP circuit will have the system implemented at every one of its events.
Additional Innovations
A further change at The Championships 2025 involves the introduction of graphical cues on scoreboards to support the audio calls from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses situations where spectators have occasionally been uncertain whether a ball was in or out.
In other news, with precisely 100 days remaining until the beginning of the Championships, the AELTC have further revealed an increase in daily capacity at the qualifiers in Roehampton.
