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Australian Open 2025: Double bounce in Iga Swiatek’s win over Emma Navarro reignites debate about video technology
A clear double bounce in the Australian Open quarter-final between Iga Swiatek and Emma Navarro has reignited the debate over how tennis uses video technology.
Navarro lost a point when she trailed 6-1 2-2 A-40 despite the ball bouncing twice in front of a stretching Swiatek, who went on to win 6-1 6-2.
Because Navarro continued playing, instead of immediately stopping the point, the American eighth seed was unable to challenge the call.
The Australian Open has introduced a video review system for the first time this year – but it can only be used on a point ending call or when a player stops play.
Afterwards Navarro said the incident did not “cause a momentum swing” but still believes there should be a change to the system.
“I think we should be able to see it afterwards,” Navarro said.
“It happened so fast. In the back of your head you’re like, ‘OK maybe I can still win the point even though it wasn’t called’.
“It’s going to be a downer if I stop the point and it turns out it wasn’t a double bounce.
“It’s tough.”
Five-time Grand Slam champion Swiatek said she “wasn’t sure” if it was a double bounce after it was suggested she should have conceded the point.
“It was hard to say because I was full sprinting. I don’t remember even seeing the contact point,” said the Polish second seed.
“I don’t know. Sometimes you don’t really look when you hit the ball.
“I thought this is like the umpire’s kind of job to call it. I was also waiting for the VAR, but I didn’t see it so I just proceeded.”
The Australian Open 2025 women’s singles final between Iga Swiatek and Emma Navarro has sparked controversy and reignited the debate about the use of video technology in tennis.
In a crucial moment of the match, Swiatek appeared to hit a shot that bounced twice before Navarro could return it. However, the umpire did not call the double bounce, leading to a heated argument between the players and a wave of criticism from fans and experts.
Many have pointed out that if video technology had been used to review the play, the correct call would have been made and the outcome of the match could have been different. Proponents of video technology argue that it is necessary to ensure fair play and uphold the integrity of the game.
On the other hand, opponents of video technology argue that it slows down the pace of the game and disrupts the flow of play. They believe that human error is part of the sport and should be accepted as such.
As the debate rages on, one thing is clear: the controversy surrounding the double bounce in the Australian Open final has once again brought the issue of video technology in tennis to the forefront. It remains to be seen whether changes will be made to the rules and regulations to address this contentious issue.
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