Hawk-Eye Is Back; Extra Seats Sold

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2008 will see the popular return of the electronic line-calling system 'Hawk-Eye'.

Once again, giant screens will be installed at opposite ends of the centre court showing replays of line-calls 'challenged' by players. The technology has been greeted with huge acclaim among players, spectators and the media.

"I think Hawk-Eye is great," said Andy Roddick. "I've always been one of its biggest supporters. I like everything about it. I think it's great for the fans, it adds another dimension to watching it on TV, and it takes some heat off the umpires a little bit - takes human error out of it. It's better for me personally, because it means that I spend less time whining about line-calls!"

Also in 2008, more people than ever before will be able to enjoy The Artois Championships. The Centre Court capacity has been increased to 6869 seats and Court One has 971 seats on sale to the public (Monday - Friday) for the first time.