The tournament joins the US and Aussie Opens in implementing replay systems.
Video review systems will be launched at Wimbledon in the upcoming tournament.
Competitors are granted the ability to contest specific rulings from the chair umpire, following the protocol already in place at each of the American Grand Slam and the Aussie major.
This innovation is slated for use on the main stadium and the number one court throughout the tournament and on the remaining featured courts when they are hosting singles contests.
This step follows just a season following the All England Club implemented electronic line calling, which terminated the centuries-old tradition of line officials.
What Can Be Reviewed?
Competitors cannot to challenge the call of the electronic line calling, but they can ask for the official to review specific decisions, such as:
- Whether a ball has bounced twice.
- Whether a ball made contact with an opponent's racquet or person during play.
- Potential hindrance at the conclusion of a point.
Notably, there will be an unlimited number on the number of reviews a competitor can request.
Practical Application
A recent case occurred in Indian Wells last week, where Daniil Medvedev used the review system against Jack Draper.
Draper conceded it was a tough situation for the umpire, but believed his rival had "used the regulations effectively."
Official Aurelie Tourte viewed a video and ruled the player was responsible for interference, awarding the point to Medvedev.
Wider Implementation
This technology aren't new for Grand Slams. It has been in use at the American major for two years and the Australian Open this year.
Additionally, it is increasingly prevalent on the WTA circuit, and by next season the men's ATP Tour will have the system in place at all of its tournaments.
Additional Innovations
Another innovation at The Championships this year involves the addition of visual indicators on displays to complement the audio calls from the electronic line calling system.
This solves situations where fans have sometimes been uncertain whether a ball was out or in.
Finally, with precisely 100 days remaining until the start of the tournament, the AELTC have further announced an increase in daily attendance at the qualifiers in the qualifying venue.
