The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in employing video review technology.
Video review systems are set to arrive at The Championships this year.
Competitors will gain the right to question particular calls made by the official, mirroring the practice already in place at both the American Grand Slam and the Australian Open.
This technology will be operational on the main stadium and Court One for the duration of the Championships and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This move follows just a year after the All England Club implemented ELC, which brought an end to the longstanding role of line officials.
Scope of Challenges
Players will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can ask for the official to re-examine specific decisions, including:
- Whether a ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a shot touched an opponent's racquet or person during play.
- Potential hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there will be an unlimited number on the amount of challenges a competitor can ask for.
Case in Point
A recent case occurred in a recent tournament last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the review system against his opponent.
The British player conceded it was a tough situation for the official, but believed his opponent had "used the regulations quite well."
The umpire watched a video and determined Draper was guilty of interference, awarding the point to his opponent.
Broader Adoption
Video reviews are not new for major tournaments. It was adopted at the American major for two years and the Australian Open since 2025.
Additionally, it is becoming more common on the women’s WTA Tour, and by the coming year the ATP circuit will have video reviews implemented at all of its events.
Further Updates
Another innovation at The Championships 2025 involves the addition of visual indicators on displays to support the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This solves instances where spectators have occasionally been uncertain whether a ball was in or out.
In other news, with exactly 100 days to go until the beginning of the tournament, organizers have further announced an increase in daily attendance at the qualifiers in Roehampton.
