• Sunday 14th March 2010

Ruleof Golf Interactive Quiz

FAQs


  1. What is the meaning of the phrases "alleviating a medical condition" in subparagraph (a) and "medical reason" in subparagraph (b) of Exception 1 to Rule 14
  2. Can I use a pair of washing-up gloves during the course of a round?
  3. Is the use of a yardage chart or course planner during a stipulated round permissible?
  4. Am I permitted to use a distance measuring device during a stipulated round?
  5. Am I permitted to use a pair of binoculars during a stipulated round?
  6. Can I apply lead tape to a clubhead or shaft before the start of a round?
  7. Can I apply lead tape to a clubhead or shaft during a round?
  8. Is the use of a suction cup on the end of a putter grip to retrieve the ball from the hole permissible?
  9. Can I have two grips on my putter?
  10. Can a long putter have an adjustable shaft for travel purposes?
  11. My grips each have a slightly raised ridge running down the length of them. Is that permissible?
  12. Is an artificial limb an artificial device in terms of Rule 14-3?
  13. During a round can I play a stroke or take a practice swing using a club with a weighted headcover or weight on it or use any other device designed as a training or swing aid?
  14. Is the use of a golf ball warmer during a round permitted?
  15. Can I wear an elastic support bandage around my wrist or back (because of injury) whilst playing a round?
  16. Am I permitted to use a compass during a stipulated round?
  17. Is it permissible to put an identification mark on a ball in the form of a line which completely encircles the ball?

 

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