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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

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What is The Open pace of play policy?

Matti Schmid of Germany putts on the 18th green during the Last-Chance Qualifier, prior to The 154th Open Championship at Royal Birkdale on July 13, 2026 in Southport, England. (Photo by Tom Shaw/R&A/R&A via Getty Images) temporary immovable obstructions

Why do players get free relief from grandstands at The Open?

A golfer tees off | Source: Adobe Stock Provisional ball

The ball was sitting in plain sight – so can you still play the second tee shot?

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You find your ball in the rough – then it disappears. What do the Rules say?

A Ground Under Repair sign inside a bunker | Source NCG

Can you ground your club in a bunker that’s GUR?

Golf club head ready to be assembled | Source: Adobe Stock

Can I add weight strips to the back of my clubs?

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