Wimbledon Introduces Video Review System This Season.
The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in implementing video review technology.
Video review systems are set to arrive at The Championships this year.
Players will gain the ability to challenge specific calls from the official, mirroring the system currently in operation at both the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This innovation will be operational on Centre Court and the number one court for the duration of the Championships and on the other four show courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This development comes just a season following the AELTC rolled out electronic line calling, which effectively ended the 147-year role of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Players will not be permitted to challenge the call of the ELC system, but they can ask for the umpire to re-examine other situations, such as:
- If a ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a shot made contact with an opponent's racquet or body on the way past.
- Possible interference at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there is an unlimited number on the amount of challenges a player can ask for.
Case in Point
An illustrative example took place in a recent tournament last week, where a top player used the video challenge against Jack Draper.
The British player admitted it was a difficult situation for the official, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
The umpire watched a replay and determined Draper was guilty of hindrance, granting the point to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
Video reviews are not new for Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the US Open since 2023 and the Aussie Open since 2025.
Additionally, it is becoming more common on the WTA circuit, and by next season the ATP circuit will have the system in place at every one of its tournaments.
Other Changes
A further change at The Championships this year involves the introduction of visual indicators on displays to complement the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This solves situations where spectators have occasionally been uncertain if a shot was in or out.
Finally, with precisely a century of days to go until the start of the Championships, the AELTC have further announced an increase in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
