The updates taking effect from October 2, enabled by Golf Australia’s new digital platform and advanced scoring technology, will deliver fairer, more consistent and globally aligned handicaps for all Australian golfers.
Though many countries, including Australia, are planning to adopt the new system in January, the system will go live in other parts of the world throughout the year to accommodate different implementation plans and variations in the golfing calendar.
Golf’s new World Handicap System is on course for its implementation date in 2020, with a new campaign released today reminding golfers of the eight key features.