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Guadalajara Open AKRON Adopts Cutting-Edge Technology, Eliminates Line Judges

Posted : 09 September 2024

In a bid to maintain its position as an innovative tournament, the Guadalajara Open AKRON presented by Santander will implement a technology-driven approach to court markings this year, eliminating the need for line judges. This move aligns with a broader trend seen in major tournaments, starting with the Australian Open in 2021, which removed line judges partly due to Covid-related restrictions and the desire to reduce the number of people on site.

 

As this trend has spread to other events, Guadalajara is now adopting a similar approach. Gustavo Santoscoy, director of the Guadalajara tournament, explained that their innovation journey began with the installation of LED screens around the court and has now progressed to incorporating the computer program used by the Australian Open and the US Open. With this new system, Guadalajara becomes the first Latin American tournament to operate without line judges, relying entirely on advanced technology to ensure accuracy in gameplay.

 

The technology, provided by the London-based company Foxtenn, was tested during the qualifying matches over the weekend and performed as expected. Santoscoy highlighted that the decision to invest in this high-cost technology reflects a commitment to growth and innovation, despite the financial implications of eliminating line judges, which were previously a more economical option.

 

Looking ahead, Santoscoy expressed the intention to continue using this technology in future editions of the WTA 500. He emphasized the tournament’s philosophy of continuous transformation and development, aiming to stay at the forefront of global events. This commitment to cutting-edge advancements underscores their goal of enhancing the tournament experience and aligning with the highest standards in sports.

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