TEMPORARY LOCAL RULE (UPDATE 20/04/2024)

TREE STUMPS (Immovable Obstructions)

Tree stumps in the general area, marked with a white paint stripe, are to be considered “Immovable Obstructions” under this temporary Local Rule.

Relief for Ball in General Area:

If a player’s ball is in the general area and there is interference by a tree stump, the player may take relief by dropping their ball in the prescribed relief area (see Rule 16.1a)

Reference point:

• The nearest point of complete relief is the general area.

Size of relief area measured from the reference point:

• One club length, but with the following limits.

Limits on the location of relief area:

• It must be in the general area,
• Must not be nearer the hole than the reference point, and
• There must be complete relief from the tree stump.

 

By Order – Match Committee

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