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‘Human error’ | Why Wimbledon's AI line-call drama shows staff need help with digital transition

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In October 2024, the All England Lawn Tennis Club (AELTC) drew nearly 150 years of history to a close with the announcement that traditional line judges would be replaced by an electronic line-calling system for the 2025 championships.

The writing had been on the wall for a while. Similar systems were already in place other Grand Slam tournaments, including the US Open and Australian Open.

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