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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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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What Is Ready Golf And Does It Help Pace Of Play?
We look into the concept of 'ready golf' and discuss what is meant by the term and if it really can help with pace of play
By Jeremy Ellwood • 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 • Published
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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
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YES! There Is Still A Penalty If You Accidentally Move Your Own Golf Ball
While there are certainly more exceptions than there once were, some golfers believe there is now no penalty if you accidentally move your own golf ball anywhere. This is not the case...
By Jeremy Ellwood • Published