Wimbledon Introduces Video Review for Umpire Decisions

Wimbledon has announced the introduction of video review technology for the 2026 championship.

“Wimbledon will introduce video review technology this year that will allow players to challenge judgement calls made by the chair umpire, the Grand Slam's organizers said on Saturday”

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This marks a significant technological advancement in tennis officiating.

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The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC) confirmed the new system.

Players will now be able to challenge certain judgment calls made by chair umpires.

This development comes as part of broader efforts to improve fairness and accuracy.

The technology is becoming increasingly common across major tournaments worldwide.

The announcement was made on March 21, 2026.

There are exactly 100 days remaining until the start of The Championships.

The video review system will allow players to challenge specific judgment calls.

Players can request reviews for scenarios difficult to judge in real time.

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Reviews can check if a ball bounced twice before being returned.

Players can also check if the ball touched a racket, body, or clothing.

The system addresses calls like 'not-up', 'foul shot', and 'touch'.

Challenges can be made on point-ending calls or immediately after points.

Players can request reviews immediately after the completion of a point in case of hindrance.

Players will not be limited in the number of reviews they can request.

Players cannot challenge decisions made by the electronic line calling (ELC) system.

The video review technology will be implemented across six show courts.

“Wimbledon will introduce video review technology this year to help players challenge certain decisions made by the chair umpire”

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This includes the prestigious Centre Court and Court One.

The technology will be available on Centre Court and Court One throughout the entire championships.

On other show courts, it will be available until the completion of all singles matches.

This targeted implementation ensures comprehensive coverage on important courts.

The system helps manage logistical aspects of the technology.

The technology is expected to reduce confusion and disagreements.

It will help ensure important points are decided more accurately.

The system complements existing electronic line calling (ELC) technology.

Wimbledon's adoption reflects a broader trend in tennis.

Major tournaments are increasingly using enhanced officiating technology.

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The US Open has been using video reviews since 2023.

The Australian Open implemented the technology in 2025.

The ATP Tour will have video reviews at all events by the next season.

Video review is becoming a standard feature in professional tennis.

The technology is also becoming common on the WTA Tour.

Wimbledon's implementation is part of this larger movement.

The trend points toward greater accuracy and fairness in officiating.

The video review builds upon recent Wimbledon technological innovations.

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This includes the electronic line calling (ELC) system from last year.

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Wimbledon has also announced visual indicators on scoreboards.

These complement audio calls from the ELC system.

Visual cues like net posts flashing red help spectators understand decisions.

This feature was seen at the Australian Open.

Wimbledon is increasing Roehampton qualifying capacity.

Capacity will rise from 3,500 to 4,000 each day.

This shows commitment to both technology and fan access.