The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay technology.
Replay systems are set to arrive at The Championships in the upcoming tournament.
Players will gain the right to contest particular decisions made by the chair umpire, echoing the system already in operation at both the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This technology will be accessible on Centre Court and the number one court for the duration of the tournament and on the remaining show courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This move follows just a season following the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which brought an end to the 147-year tradition of line officials.
Reviewable Decisions
Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can ask for the official to review specific situations, such as:
- If a tennis ball has double-bounced.
- If a ball touched an rival's racket or body on the way past.
- Possible hindrance end of a point.
Importantly, there will be no limit on the number of challenges a player can ask for.
Practical Application
An illustrative incident occurred in Indian Wells last week, where a top player used the review system against Jack Draper.
The British player admitted it was a difficult situation for the official, but believed his rival had "played the rules quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte watched a replay and determined the player was responsible for interference, awarding the point to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
Video reviews aren't exclusive to Grand Slams. It was adopted at the US Open for two years and the Australian Open since 2025.
Additionally, it is increasingly prevalent on the WTA circuit, and by the coming year the ATP circuit will have video reviews in place at every one of its tournaments.
Further Updates
A further change at The Championships 2025 will be the addition of visual indicators on scoreboards to support the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This addresses situations where fans have sometimes been uncertain whether a ball was out or in.
In other news, with exactly 100 days remaining until the beginning of the tournament, organizers have further announced an expansion in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
