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Every golfer has hit a ball into a spot where a sensible swing just isn’t possible, whether it’s wedged against a tree root, buried in a thick bush or plugged under a bunker lip. Knowing how to play an unplayable lie in golf turns a potential disaster into a manageable one-stroke penalty. This guide explains ... Read more
Read the articleFew things change a hole faster than watching your ball splash into a pond guarded by yellow stakes. Knowing the rules for a yellow penalty area in golf can save you strokes and arguments with playing partners. This guide from Golficial explains what it is, how to tell if your ball is in one, and ... Read more
Read the articleYou hit an approach, your playing partner says “nice, that’s hole high”, and the ball is still 8 metres right of the flag. So what does hole high mean in golf, and why is it praise? This guide explains the term, clears up the phrases golfers often mix it with, and covers two rules that ... Read more
Read the articleNot every bad lie earns a free drop in golf. The Rules of Golf only give free relief when something abnormal, such as ground under repair, a cart path, or temporary water, interferes with your play. This guide from Golficial explains when you can drop without penalty, when you cannot, and how the rules apply ... Read more
Read the articleOne of the most common questions golfers ask is when you can hit a provisional ball in golf. Many players know that a provisional ball can save time, but they are less certain about when it is actually allowed or what happens if the original ball is eventually found. Understanding this rule can help you ... Read more
Read the articleGolfers often look up the lift, clean and place rule after playing in wet conditions, especially when their ball picks up mud on the fairway. While cleaning the ball may seem like common sense, it is not always allowed under the Rules of Golf. This guide from Golficial explains when the rule applies, how to ... Read more
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