Golf Rules
Read up on classic golf rules and discover the newest regulations with Golf Monthly - or simply settle a argument about the most obscure rules in the game.
Make the correct decisions on the golf courses with these handy golf rules - explained so that you can understand them easily, and with insight from professional players and leading Golf Monthly authors.
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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?
By Barry Plummer Published
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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.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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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!
By Fergus Bisset Published
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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!
By Fergus Bisset Published
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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.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Can You Wear Headphones On The Golf Course?
Wearing headphones on the course may reduce your chances of hearing and reacting to a shout of 'Fore!' but what do the Rules of Golf have to say about them?
By Jeremy Ellwood Published
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Rules Refresher: What To Do When Natural Forces Cause The Ball To Move
We give you all the information you need to know about what to do if the wind or water cause your ball to move on the golf course. It might just come in handy.
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Can You Use Someone Else’s Golf Ball As A Backstop?
Balls will occasionally collide on the golf course but are you allowed to use someone else’s ball as a backstop to prevent your ball rolling too far?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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There Was A Dispute In My Four-Ball About This Ruling. Who Was Right?
Playing a fourball match, an unusual conclusion to one hole had the group scratching their heads and disagreeing about how to proceed. Which side was correct?
By Fergus Bisset Published