Get ready for game-changing tech at Wimbledon 2026. Scheduled from June 29 to July 12, the tournament will roll out its Video Assisted Review (VAR) system for the very first time, as confirmed by the All England Club. This tennis-specific VAR will transform how decisions are made on the hallowed grass courts.
Available on six courts—Centre Court and No. 1 round-the-clock, and Nos. 2, 3, 12, and 18 for singles matches only—VAR lets players contest tricky calls such as double bounces or impeded shots. Joining the ranks of US Open (which debuted it in 2023) and Australian Open, Wimbledon solidifies its place among tech-forward Majors.
Beyond VAR, enhancements to Electronic Line Calling include scoreboard visuals on every court, making matches more spectator-friendly. The AELTC is also pushing forward with a massive site expansion, now approved by the High Court despite land-use debates.
This suite of upgrades builds on last year’s ELC introduction, which ended the line judge era. Players like Sinner and Swiatek, entering as champions, will benefit from crisper officiating. As ATP Masters 1000 events already use VAR widely since 2025, Wimbledon’s move aligns the sport’s elite circuits. Expect fewer controversies and heightened excitement.