The tournament joins the American and Australian Opens in utilizing replay systems.
Video review technology will make its debut at Wimbledon this year.
Players are granted the option to challenge particular rulings from the chair umpire, mirroring the system already in use at each of the American Grand Slam and the Australian Open.
This innovation will be accessible on the main stadium and the number one court throughout the tournament and on the other four show courts when they are staging singles contests.
This step follows just a season following the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which effectively ended the 147-year role of line judges.
Reviewable Decisions
Competitors will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can request the umpire to re-examine specific situations, including:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a shot made contact with an opponent's racquet or person during play.
- Potential hindrance end of a rally.
Notably, there is no limit on the number of reviews a competitor can initiate.
A Recent Example
A recent example took place in a recent tournament recently, where a top player used the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper admitted it was a difficult situation for the umpire, but thought his rival had "played the rules quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a video and ruled Draper was responsible for interference, awarding the rally to his opponent.
Growing Trend
Video reviews are not new for Grand Slams. It was adopted at the American major for two years and the Australian Open since 2025.
Additionally, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the men's ATP Tour plans to have the system in place at every one of its events.
Additional Innovations
Another change at The Championships 2025 involves the addition of visual indicators on displays to complement the audio calls from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses situations where spectators have occasionally been uncertain whether a shot was in or out.
Finally, with precisely 100 days to go until the beginning of the tournament, organizers have also announced an expansion in daily capacity at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
