The tournament joins the US and Australian Opens in utilizing video review systems.
Video review systems will be launched at Wimbledon this year.
Athletes will gain the right to contest specific decisions from the official, following the system already in use at both the US Open and the Aussie major.
The new system will be operational on the main stadium and the number one court for the duration of the tournament and on the other four show courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This move comes just a year after the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which terminated the centuries-old role of line officials.
Scope of Challenges
Players cannot to dispute the call of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to request the official to re-examine specific situations, such as:
- Whether a ball has bounced twice.
- If a ball made contact with an opponent's racquet or body during play.
- Potential interference at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there will be no limit on the number of reviews a competitor can initiate.
Case in Point
A recent example took place in Indian Wells last week, where a top player used the review system against his opponent.
The British player conceded it was a tough call for the official, but believed his rival had "used the regulations quite well."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a replay and ruled Draper was responsible for hindrance, granting the point to his opponent.
Broader Adoption
Video reviews aren't new for Grand Slams. The system has been in use at the US Open since 2023 and the Aussie Open since 2025.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the men's ATP Tour will have the system implemented at every one of its tournaments.
Further Updates
A further change at Wimbledon this year involves the introduction of visual indicators on displays to support the audio calls from the ELC system.
This solves instances where fans have occasionally been unsure if a ball was in or out.
In other news, with precisely a century of days to go until the beginning of the Championships, organizers have further announced an increase in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
