The tournament joins the US and Australian Opens in utilizing video review technology.
Replay systems are set to arrive at The Championships for the 2025 edition.
Players will gain the right to question specific decisions made by the chair umpire, echoing the protocol already in place at both the US Open and the Australian Open.
The new system will be operational on the main stadium and Court One throughout the Championships and on the remaining show courts when they are staging singles contests.
This step arrives only a season following the AELTC implemented electronic line calling, which effectively ended the centuries-old role of line judges.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors will not be permitted to dispute the call of the ELC system, but they can ask for the umpire to review specific decisions, such as:
- Whether a ball has double-bounced.
- Whether a shot touched an opponent's racquet or body on the way past.
- Possible interference at the conclusion of a rally.
Notably, there will be no limit on the number of reviews a competitor can request.
Case in Point
An illustrative case occurred in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the review system against his opponent.
The British player admitted it was a tough call for the umpire, but believed his rival had "used the regulations effectively."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a replay and ruled the player was responsible for hindrance, granting the point to his opponent.
Broader Adoption
This technology are not exclusive to Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the US Open for two years and the Australian Open since 2025.
Additionally, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by the coming year the men's ATP Tour will have the system implemented at all of its events.
Other Changes
A further innovation at The Championships this year involves the addition of graphical cues on displays to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This solves situations where the crowd have sometimes been unsure whether a ball was in or out.
Finally, with precisely 100 days remaining until the start of the Championships, organizers have further revealed an increase in daily attendance at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
