Wimbledon will follow the American and Aussie Opens in implementing video review technology.
Replay technology are set to arrive at Wimbledon in the upcoming tournament.
Competitors are granted the option to question specific decisions made by the official, echoing the system already in use at each of the US Open and the Australian Open.
This innovation is slated for use on Centre Court and the number one court throughout the tournament and on the other four show courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This development comes just a season following the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which terminated the 147-year role of line officials.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the call of the electronic line calling, but they can request the official to review specific situations, including:
- If a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a ball touched an opponent's racquet or person during play.
- Possible interference at the conclusion of a rally.
Importantly, there is no limit on the number of challenges a competitor can initiate.
Practical Application
A recent incident occurred in a recent tournament recently, where a top player used the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper admitted it was a difficult situation for the official, but believed his opponent had "played the rules effectively."
The umpire watched a replay and ruled Draper was guilty of interference, awarding the point to Medvedev.
Broader Adoption
This technology are not exclusive to major tournaments. It was adopted at the US Open since 2023 and the Australian Open this year.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the WTA circuit, and by next season the ATP circuit will have video reviews in place at every one of its events.
Further Updates
Another change at The Championships this year involves the addition of visual indicators on scoreboards to complement the audio calls from the ELC system.
This addresses instances where fans have sometimes been uncertain if a ball was out or in.
Finally, with exactly 100 days to go until the start of the Championships, organizers have also revealed an increase in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in Roehampton.
