The tournament joins the American and Aussie Opens in employing replay systems.
Video review systems will be launched at The Championships this year.
Competitors are granted the ability to contest particular decisions made by the chair umpire, mirroring the protocol already in use at each of the US Open and the Aussie major.
The new system will be operational on the main stadium and Court One throughout the Championships and on the other four featured courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This development follows just a year after the AELTC implemented ELC, which terminated the longstanding role of line officials.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors will not be permitted to dispute the accuracy of the electronic line calling, but they can ask for the umpire to re-examine other situations, such as:
- If a tennis ball has bounced twice.
- If a ball touched an rival's racket or body during play.
- Possible hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Importantly, there is an unlimited number on the number of reviews a competitor can initiate.
Case in Point
An illustrative example occurred in Indian Wells last week, where a top player used the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper conceded it was a difficult situation for the official, but thought his rival had "used the regulations quite well."
The umpire watched a video and determined the player was guilty of interference, granting the point to his opponent.
Wider Implementation
This technology are not exclusive to major tournaments. The system has been in use at the US Open for two years and the Australian Open this year.
Furthermore, it is increasingly prevalent on the women’s WTA Tour, and by next season the ATP circuit will have video reviews in place at all of its tournaments.
Other Changes
Another change at The Championships 2025 involves the addition of visual indicators on scoreboards to support the verbal announcements from the electronic line calling system.
This solves instances where spectators have occasionally been unsure if a shot was out or in.
Finally, with exactly a century of days remaining until the start of the tournament, organizers have further announced an increase in daily capacity at the qualifying competition in the qualifying venue.
