Wimbledon will follow the US and Australian Opens in utilizing replay systems.
Replay systems will be launched at Wimbledon for the 2025 edition.
Athletes are granted the option to challenge particular calls made by the chair umpire, following the system currently in place at each of the American Grand Slam and the Australian Open.
This innovation will be operational on Centre Court and the number one court throughout the Championships and on the remaining featured courts when they are staging singles matches.
This development arrives only a season following the All England Club implemented electronic line calling, which brought an end to the longstanding role of line judges.
Reviewable Decisions
Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the call of the electronic line calling, but they can request the umpire to re-examine specific situations, such as:
- Whether a ball has bounced twice.
- If a shot touched an rival's racket or body during play.
- Potential hindrance end of a rally.
Notably, there will be no cap on the amount of reviews a competitor can ask for.
Case in Point
A recent example took place in Indian Wells recently, where a top player used the review system against his opponent.
The British player admitted it was a difficult call for the official, but thought his opponent had "used the regulations effectively."
The umpire watched a video and ruled Draper was guilty of hindrance, granting the point to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
This technology aren't new for major tournaments. The system has been in use at the American major since 2023 and the Aussie Open this year.
Additionally, it is increasingly prevalent on the WTA circuit, and by next season the ATP circuit will have video reviews in place at all of its events.
Other Changes
Another change at Wimbledon 2025 will be the addition of graphical cues on displays to complement the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses situations where fans have occasionally been unsure whether a ball was in or out.
In other news, with precisely a century of days to go until the start of the Championships, the AELTC have further revealed an increase in daily attendance at the qualifiers in Roehampton.
