The tournament joins the American and Aussie Opens in implementing video review systems.
Video review technology will be launched at The Championships in the upcoming tournament.
Athletes are granted the option to challenge certain decisions from the chair umpire, mirroring the protocol currently in operation at both the American Grand Slam and the Australian Open.
This technology will be accessible on the main stadium and the number one court throughout the Championships and on the other four featured courts when they are staging singles matches.
This move follows just a season following the All England Club implemented ELC, which brought an end to the 147-year tradition of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Players cannot to challenge the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the official to re-examine other decisions, such as:
- Whether a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a shot made contact with an rival's racket or body on the way past.
- Possible interference end of a point.
Importantly, there is no cap on the number of challenges a player can initiate.
Case in Point
An illustrative case took place in a recent tournament last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the review system against his opponent.
The British player admitted it was a tough situation for the official, but believed his rival had "played the rules quite well."
The umpire viewed a replay and ruled Draper was guilty of hindrance, awarding the rally to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
This technology aren't exclusive to major tournaments. The system was adopted at the US Open for two years and the Australian Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by next season the men's ATP Tour will have the system in place at every one of its events.
Further Updates
Another change at The Championships 2025 involves the introduction of graphical cues on displays to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This addresses instances where spectators have sometimes been unsure if a ball was in or out.
In other news, with exactly 100 days to go until the start of the tournament, the AELTC have also revealed an increase in daily attendance at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
