Wimbledon 2026 Brings Video Reviews: New Rules Explained

The iconic grass-court Grand Slam at Wimbledon is set to introduce video review technology for the 2026 Championships, marking another major step in tennis' shift toward technology-assisted officiating.

The move is aimed at improving decision-making accuracy while also enhancing transparency for players and spectators.

What is changing at Wimbledon?

For the first time, players will be able to challenge certain judgement calls made by the chair umpire using video replay. The system will allow officials to review close situations that are difficult to judge in real time.

However, the new feature will not apply to line calls. Wimbledon already uses Electronic Line Calling (ELC), and those decisions will remain final.

Which calls can be reviewed?

Players will be able to request video reviews in scenarios such as:

Whether the ball bounced twice
Whether the ball touched a player's racket or body
Situations involving hindrance or obstruction
Other judgement calls like "not-up or foul shots

Players can request a review immediately after a point-ending decision or once the rally ends. Notably, there will be no fixed limit on the number of reviews players can make.

Where will the new Wimbledon technology be used?

The video review system will be available on six show courts, including Centre Court and Court One. It will be used throughout key matches, especially during singles contests on the main courts.

Alongside this, Wimbledon will introduce visual indicators on scoreboards to display "OUT" and "FAULT" calls, helping spectators follow decisions more clearly.

Why this matters

The introduction of video reviews brings Wimbledon in line with other major tournaments such as the US Open and Australian Open, where replay technology has already been adopted.

For players, the system adds an extra layer of fairness in high-pressure moments. For fans, it improves clarity and confidence in match decisions.

The new system will debut when Wimbledon 2026 begins on June 29 at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, signalling another step in tennis' ongoing move toward modern officiating.