Golf penalties

April 2nd, 2026

Rules Review: I carefully tried to pick up a rake but I accidentally moved my ball. Is that a penalty?

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March 12th, 2026

Rules Review: I took the club back and my ball dropped further into the rough. Is that a penalty?

If your golf ball moves before you make a stroke, you could face a penalty – or not. Here’s how the Rules of Golf determine whether natural forces or player actions caused it.

February 19th, 2026

Rules Review: I took an unplayable and picked up my ball but realised I was entitled to free relief. Am I stuck with my original decision?

You declare an unplayable lie, pick up your ball, then realise you had free relief. Are you stuck with the penalty? We break down the ruling.

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Golf penalties

Rules Review: I carefully tried to pick up a rake but I accidentally moved my ball. Is that a penalty?

Rules Review: I took the club back and my ball dropped further into the rough. Is that a penalty?

Rules Review: I took an unplayable and picked up my ball but realised I was entitled to free relief. Am I stuck with my original decision?

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