The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in utilizing replay systems.
Replay systems will make its debut at Wimbledon in the upcoming tournament.
Athletes are granted the right to challenge certain decisions from the official, mirroring the practice already in operation at each of the US Open and the Aussie major.
This innovation will be operational on Centre Court and Court One for the duration of the tournament and on the remaining featured courts when they are hosting singles matches.
This development comes just a year after the AELTC rolled out ELC, which effectively ended the 147-year role of line officials.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Players cannot to challenge the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but are allowed to ask for the official to re-examine specific decisions, such as:
- Whether a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a ball made contact with an rival's racket or body during play.
- Potential hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there will be no cap on the number of challenges a player can initiate.
Case in Point
A recent case took place in Indian Wells last week, where a top player used the review system against Jack Draper.
The British player conceded it was a difficult situation for the official, but believed his opponent had "played the rules effectively."
The umpire watched a video and ruled Draper was responsible for hindrance, granting the rally to Medvedev.
Broader Adoption
This technology are not exclusive to Grand Slams. It has been in use at the American major for two years and the Aussie Open this year.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the WTA circuit, and by the coming year the ATP circuit will have video reviews implemented at every one of its events.
Other Changes
Another innovation at The Championships 2025 involves the introduction of visual indicators on displays to support the verbal announcements from the ELC system.
This solves instances where fans have sometimes been uncertain if a shot was in or out.
Finally, with exactly 100 days remaining until the start of the tournament, the AELTC have further revealed an expansion in daily attendance at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
