Shane Lowry was hit with a controversial two-shot penalty on the 12th hole after his ball moved during a practice swing in the rough. This video breaks down exactly what happened, how the Rules of Golf were applied, and why the penalty was enforced. A must-watch for golfers and fans following The Open.
Shane Lowry was given controversial two-shot penalty after ball moves in rough. During his practice swing for the second shot on the par five 12th hole, Lowry’s club brushed dense grass and the ball shifted slightly, not noticed by him at the time. Broadcast video showed the movement clearly, triggering intervention. The rules of golf state that if a player’s actions cause their ball to move and the movement is discernible to the naked eye, a penalty is applied. A one-stroke penalty was assessed for causing the ball to move.
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FACT…. Shane did NOT see the ball move.
A game that has too many rules.!!!