Wimbledon has implemented changes to its electronic line calling system to eliminate the risk of human error after a deactivation incident during a fourth-round match. An operator error caused the ball-tracking technology to be inactive for a time, leading to mistaken calls during a critical moment in the game. In response, the All England Lawn Tennis Club has prohibited manual deactivation of the system by operators. The situation raised discussions about introducing a video review system for improved decision-making by umpires.
Wimbledon has made changes to its electronic line calling system to remove the possibility of "human error" after it was accidentally deactivated in a controversial episode.
Following our review, we have now removed the ability for Hawk-Eye operators to manually deactivate the ball tracking, ensuring that human error cannot now be repeated.
During a pivotal fourth-round match, an operator error led to the ball-tracking technology being turned off, resulting in confusion and criticism during a key point.
Pavlyuchenkova suggested implementing a video review system similar to that in football, to assist umpires in making accurate decisions.
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