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Match Play Vs Stroke Play: How The Rules And Penalties Differ
There are some important differences to note in The Rules when it comes to match play vs stroke play formats. There are some things you can do in one that you can’t in the other.
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The 5 Rules I’ve Struggled With Most In My 40 Years As A Golfer
There are some Rules that are easy to accidentally break and there are others that are difficult to accept. Here are five of them.
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Is A Ball Holed If It’s Wedged Against A Flagstick?
If your ball heads straight for the flag and becomes wedged against it, have you holed it? Or do you need to play it as it lies? It’s not a straightforward as you might think.
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Can You Remove The Flagstick Before Any Shot… Or Only Putts And Chips?
Could you go and take the flag out before a tee shot on a par-3? Could you take it out before you hit your drive on a par-4? Would you want to?
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Rules Quiz: Don't Make The Same Mistake I Did... It Could Cost You A Point As Well As A Penalty Stroke!
Many amateur golfers have an insubstantial knowledge of the rules, leading to costly penalties on the course. But, how will you fare against our rules quiz?
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Golf Rules Refresher: Bunker Essentials
We give you the key information on what to you can and can’t do if you find your ball in a bunker. These bunker essentials could help you avoid a penalty.
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The Five Most Common Scenarios That Result In A Free Drop… And Some That Will Cost You A Shot
Sometimes the Rules will give you a bit of help and you’ll be entitled to get out of a sticky situation for free… Not always though!
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I Gave The Most Bizarre Ruling In My Last Round. Here's What I Had To Say
Golf throws up many weird and wonderful situations but the Rules are always there to help you or, in this case, hurt you!
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Can You Play Golf With A Broken Club?
What happens if you break a club during your round? Can you still use it? Can you use it during your next round? We cover off both here.
