According to USGA Rule 4.2c(1), a player can lift their ball to check for damage in a bunker or penalty area without penalty, provided they follow proper procedures. In this video, we explain the steps required to inspect a ball…

The first round of the 124th U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2 is underway. Rory McIlroy, Patrick Cantlay, and Bryson DeChambeau headlined a competitive opening day, while familiar faces like Ludvig Åberg and Tony Finau are not far behind. See…

Under USGA Rule 3.3b(1), a player in stroke play does not receive an automatic two-stroke penalty for failing to inform their marker of a penalty immediately. However, the player must report the penalty before returning the scorecard. In this video,…

In this video, we dive into USGA Rule 5.6a, which allows a player a short delay in play when seeking assistance from a referee. Learn the specifics of how much time is considered reasonable and when it’s appropriate to request…