Wimbledon Introduces Video Replay System in 2025.
Wimbledon will follow the American and Aussie Opens in implementing replay technology.
Replay technology are set to arrive at Wimbledon this year.
Players will gain the option to contest particular decisions from the chair umpire, following the protocol currently in operation at both the US Open and the Australian Open.
This technology will be accessible on the main stadium and the number one court for the duration of the Championships and on the remaining featured courts when they are staging singles contests.
This development arrives only a season following the All England Club rolled out ELC, which effectively ended the longstanding role of line judges.
Scope of Challenges
Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the call of the ELC system, but are allowed to request the umpire to review specific situations, such as:
- Whether a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a shot touched an rival's racket or body during play.
- Possible interference end of a point.
Notably, there is no limit on the amount of challenges a competitor can initiate.
Practical Application
A recent incident took place in a recent tournament recently, where Daniil Medvedev used the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper conceded it was a tough situation for the umpire, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations effectively."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a video and ruled the player was guilty of interference, awarding the rally to Medvedev.
Growing Trend
This technology are not new for major tournaments. The system was adopted at the US Open since 2023 and the Australian Open this year.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the ATP circuit plans to have the system implemented at all of its tournaments.
Other Changes
A further change at The Championships 2025 involves the addition of visual indicators on displays to complement the audio calls from the ELC system.
This addresses situations where fans have sometimes been uncertain whether a shot was out or in.
Finally, with precisely 100 days remaining until the beginning of the Championships, organizers have also revealed an increase in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
