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.
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Are You Allowed To Practise Putting After Completing A Hole?
You’ve just missed a three-footer and want to see if you had the wrong line or simply mishit the putt, can you have another go?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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What Happens If You Don’t Complete A Round When You’re Putting In A Card?
You’ve signed up to play a round but can’t or don’t get all the way round. What happens if you’re putting in a card?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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What Should I Do If I Can't Identify My Golf Ball?
All the info on how to mark your golf ball and how to identify it on various parts of the course
By Jeremy Ellwood Published
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Can You Move Stakes On The Golf Course Without Penalty?
The answer to this question is both yes and no, largely depending on their colour. But which stakes can you move without penalty?
By Jeremy Ellwood Published
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What Happens If An Animal Moves Your Ball On The Golf Course?
Whether it's a pesky seagull, a curious swan or an inquisitive dog, how do the Rules of Golf deal with an animal moving your ball out on the course?
By Jeremy Ellwood Published
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How Long Is Golf’s Rule Book Compared To Other Sports?
Golf has a reputation for possessing a long and complicated rule book, but is it that much lengthier than those in other popular sports?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Five Of The Most Common Immovable Obstructions In Golf
What is an immovable obstruction in golf? What immovable obstructions are you most likely to encounter and what’s the procedure if you do?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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6 Rules Every Golfer Forgets!
Our qualified rules expert clarifies six often forgotten golf rules, covering everything from red penalty areas to abnormal ground conditions...
By Fergus Bisset Published
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Do You Get Relief From A Footprint In A Bunker?
A ball in a footprint in a bunker is an unfortunate predicament for any golfer to face, but do you get a free drop? Or do you have to take it on the chin?
By Fergus Bisset Published