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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7 Surprising Golf Rules That Could Catch You Out
We take a look at a selection of perhaps surprising golf rules that could just trip you up out on the course
By Jeremy Ellwood Published
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What Happens If My Golf Ball Is In A Flooded Bunker?
What are your options if you find your ball in a bunker that’s filled with temporary water?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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What Happens When You Play The Wrong Ball In Golf?
It’s often done and can be extremely frustrating, but what do you do if you play the wrong ball in golf?
By Fergus Bisset Published
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When Can You Clean Your Golf Ball?
You need to know when you can and can't clean your golf ball to avoid potentially incurring an unwitting penalty...
By Jeremy Ellwood Last updated
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Hit An Air Shot In Golf? Here's What The Rules Say
The air shot in golf is not a phrase specifically mentioned in the Rules but they make it clear what the outcome is...
By Jeremy Ellwood Published
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Golf Rules Explained: Local Rules
We explain what Local Rules are, where to look out for them and discuss one or two examples you might encounter
By Jeremy Ellwood Published
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What Happens If You Lose Your Provisional Ball?
Rules guru Jeremy Ellwood asks, what happens if you lose your provisional ball?
By Jeremy Ellwood Published
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Are Gimmes Allowed In Handicap Rounds?
We look at what a gimme is and whether or not you are allowed them in handicap rounds
By James Hibbitt Published
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7 Golf Gear Rules
In this video, Neil Tappin and Jezz Ellwood look at seven golf gear rules you might not know
By Sam Tremlett Published