Queen’s Club Championship doubles draw will undergo a
series of rule changes amid the ATP Doubles Trial. The first tournament to
participate in the Trial was the Madrid Open, and this will be the second
event, the first ATP 500, to explore changes aimed at making the game more
dynamic.
The ATP will test some changes in the doubles at Queen’s
Club. Among the innovations are reduced playing time and the creation of a
better experience for present fans. There will be less time between points,
adjustments to time allocations during changes, and the use of time extensions.
Jamie Murray excited for Doubles Trial at Queen’s Club
Tournament director Jamie Murray, former doubles world No.
1, highlighted that the rules being tested will be an opportunity to provide a
better spectacle for fans: “I'm excited to see the ATP continue to try to test
ways to figure out things to try to improve the doubles product and unlock more
value for all the different stakeholders: players, fans, tournaments,
streaming, TV and broadcasters,” he said.
“We were excited to be a part of that and hopefully, it's a
positive experience for the players and fans that are coming to watch it at
Queen's this week,” Jaime Murray added.
There will be 18 seconds between all points (15+3), and
changes will be 60 seconds, with the time called after 40 seconds.
Additionally, each team will be able to strategically request a time extension
in each set to adjust strategies.
Furthermore, similar to Madrid, the audience will be able
to move around freely, and fan participation is encouraged. Additionally, a
doubles-only court will be implemented, and some matches will be played at
night to encourage fan engagement: “Doubles should be marketed as nonstop
action and I think reducing a lot of the dead time will improve the product,
hopefully a lot,” Murray said. “It's a good thing going forward,” Murray added.
Cristhián AvilaTennis Journalist
Cristhián Ávila is a tennis journalist based in Santiago, Chile, and has been part of the TennisUpToDate team since early 2023. He covers the ATP and WTA Tours as well as all four Grand Slams, producing breaking news, match reports, analysis, and regular liveblogs from major tournaments.
His reporting combines statistical analysis with clear explanation, helping readers understand tactical developments, player form, and broader storylines across the tour. Working fluently in both Spanish and English, Cristhián collaborates with an international editorial team and contributes to comprehensive global coverage. As part of his work, he has conducted interviews and media interactions with leading figures in the sport, including Caroline Wozniacki and John McEnroe.
In his journalism, Cristhián places strong emphasis on careful sourcing, editorial accuracy, and updating articles promptly when new, verified information becomes available. His coverage is grounded in research, context, and direct engagement with professional tennis.
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