Wimbledon Adopts Video Review Technology in 2025.

Video review systems are set to arrive at Wimbledon in the upcoming tournament.

Athletes are granted the option to challenge particular decisions from the official, echoing the protocol already in use at both the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.

This technology is slated for use on the main stadium and Court One for the duration of the Championships and on the remaining show courts when they are staging singles contests.

This development follows just a year after the AELTC implemented ELC, which terminated the centuries-old role of line officials.

Reviewable Decisions

Competitors will not be permitted to challenge the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to ask for the umpire to review other decisions, including:

• Whether a ball has bounced twice.
• Whether a shot touched an rival's racket or body on the way past.
• Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a rally.

Importantly, there is no cap on the amount of challenges a player can ask for.

Case in Point

A recent example occurred in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the video challenge against Jack Draper.

Draper conceded it was a difficult call for the umpire, but believed his rival had "used the regulations effectively."

The umpire watched a video and ruled Draper was guilty of hindrance, awarding the point to his opponent.

Wider Implementation

Video reviews aren't exclusive to Grand Slams. It was adopted at the American major since 2023 and the Australian Open this year.

Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the men's ATP Tour plans to have the system in place at every one of its tournaments.

Further Updates

Another innovation at Wimbledon 2025 involves the addition of visual indicators on displays to complement the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.

This addresses instances where the crowd have sometimes been unsure whether a shot was out or in.

Finally, with precisely 100 days remaining until the beginning of the tournament, organizers have also revealed an increase in daily attendance at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.