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A golfer prepares to take a shot | Source: Adobe Stock ball moved golf rule

I’m not sure if my ball moved – do I get a penalty?

Scottie Scheffler had an unfortunate break at the FedEx St Jude Championship | Source: Getty Images scottie scheffler hits sprinkler head

Can I get relief if my ball hits a sprinkler head?

A golfer putts from the fringe | Source: Adobe Stock

Is the fringe part of the green?

Cracks in the ground at a golf club | Source: NCG

Can I get relief from cracks in the ground?

What happens if your ball is eaten by a fish? | Source: Adobe Stock Charl Schwartzel

Did Charl Schwartzel have to take a penalty after a fish took his ball?

A golfer looks for a ball that appears lost | Source: Adobe Stock

Where can I drop if my ball is lost in ground under repair?

can you flatten grass out of bounds | Source: Adobe Stock

Can I flatten grass that is out of bounds?

Bryson DeChambeau of the United States greets spectators during Day Three of the The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 18, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Oisin Keniry/R&A/R&A via Getty Images)

Should video evidence ever be used to enforce the rules of golf?

Crowds look on during The Open at Royal Portrush | Source: The R&A/via Getty Images spectator picks up golf ball

What happens if a fan picks up a player’s golf ball at The Open?

Scottie Scheffler drives off during The Open at Royal Portrush | Source: The R&A

Can a spectator give players advice at The Open?

Collin Morikawa studies his yardage book at the 9th tee as a notice tells players about internal out of bounds | Source: NCG

Why the 10th fairway is out of bounds at The Open

open pace of play

What is The Open pace of play policy?

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