The tournament joins the US and Australian Opens in utilizing video review systems.
Video review technology will make its debut at The Championships this year.
Competitors are granted the right to challenge specific decisions made by the official, echoing the practice already in operation at both the US Open and the Australian Open.
The new system will be accessible on the main stadium and the number one court for the duration of the Championships and on the other four show courts when they are staging singles matches.
This development follows just a season following the All England Club implemented ELC, which brought an end to the longstanding tradition of line judges.
Reviewable Decisions
Competitors cannot to dispute the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can ask for the umpire to review specific decisions, such as:
- Whether a ball has bounced twice.
- If a ball made contact with an rival's racket or body during play.
- Potential interference at the conclusion of a rally.
Importantly, there will be an unlimited number on the amount of challenges a player can request.
Practical Application
An illustrative example took place in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev initiated the video challenge 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 watched a video and determined Draper was responsible for interference, granting the rally to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
This technology are not exclusive to Grand Slams. The system was adopted at the US Open since 2023 and the Australian Open this year.
Additionally, it is increasingly prevalent on the WTA circuit, and by next season the men's ATP Tour plans to have the system implemented at every one of its events.
Further Updates
Another change at The Championships this year involves the introduction of graphical cues on displays to support the audio calls from the electronic line calling system.
This solves instances where fans have occasionally been uncertain if a ball was out or in.
In other news, with precisely 100 days remaining until the beginning of the tournament, the AELTC have also announced an increase in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
