Time Clock Testing Update

Effective week 47 (17 November), regulations came into force regarding the Time Clock System including Instructions to Technical Officials (ITTO), Clauses 5.10 and 5.13 for what players are allowed to do between rallies when there is a Time Clock System in operation, and when there is not.

The following is an update on testing.

SATHIO GROUP Australian Open 2025

The Time Clock System was implemented in all qualifying matches at the SATHIO GROUP Australian Open 2025, with full enforcement by umpires, as per regulations.

Thank you to the players, coaches, and team managers who provided their feedback via the online survey.

DAIHATSU Indonesia Masters 2026

The Time Clock System will be tested next at the DAIHATSU Indonesia Masters 2026, 20-25 January 2026. The system will be in effect for all matches (qualifying and main draw) with full enforcement by umpires, as per regulations.

All stakeholders, including players, coaches, and team managers, will be invited to provide feedback on their experiences with the Time Clock System at this tournament.

Updated Player and Coach Guidelines

Please find attached (linked here) an updated set of guidelines for Players and Coaches which is applicable for testing at the DAIHATSU Indonesia Masters 2026, including further clarification on what it means to be “ready to serve and receive” before the end of the 25 seconds of allowable time between rallies.

More information for players and coaches will be provided at the Team Managers’ meeting on-site.

More Information

• Chris Trenholme, Events Director – Technical Operations ([email protected])
• Lynne Nixey, Head of Technical Officials ([email protected] )