Charleston Open Pioneers ELC Live in Clay Tennis

The Charleston Open will be the first WTA Tour clay tournament to implement Electronic Line Calling Live (ELC Live) technology. Taking place from March 29 to April 6, the tournament aims to enhance line call accuracy. This technology will also debut at the 2023 WTA Madrid and Italian Opens.

The Charleston Open is set to become the first WTA Tour clay tournament to utilize Electronic Line Calling Live (ELC Live) technology, an announcement made by the women's tennis governing body. The event will occur from March 29 to April 6, and the new technology will be used for 'out' calls during both qualifying and main-draw matches.

Tournament director Bob Moran heralded the introduction of Electronic Line Calling at the Credit One Charleston Open as a significant milestone. He emphasized that this innovation represents a crucial development not just for Charleston but for all clay tournaments on the Hologic WTA Tour, as it promises enhanced accuracy and consistency in line calls.

Furthermore, the ELC Live technology will be rolled out at this year's WTA Madrid and Italian Opens, both classified as WTA 1000 events, signaling a broader technological shift in the sport's approach to officiating on clay courts.

(With inputs from agencies.)