Golf Rules... 'Knowledge is Power' ⑩ When the Ball Moves on the Green

If it's the power of nature, no-ball replay play
If before picking up the ball, proceed from the new point

Golf has no referees. It is a "gentleman's sport" where golfers play by following the rules themselves. The golf rules are "assistants" created to help with play. If you know them well and use them appropriately, they can greatly help with score management. These are golf rules that weekend golfers must know.

A precise iron shot landed the ball on the green. After marking the ball, you cleaned it and replaced it, but the ball moved immediately afterward. In this case, should a penalty be given? It is important to understand why the ball moved. If the ball moved due to natural forces, not because of the player, opponent, or external influence, there is no problem.

There is no penalty if the ball accidentally moves on the putting green. The player must replace the ball at its original spot. If the exact spot cannot be determined, the player should estimate the position and place the ball there before continuing play.

If the ball moved due to strong wind before marking it, and the ball was not lifted, the ball must be played from the new spot since it moved by natural forces. If a ball that was 10cm from the cup on a par 3 hole is blown into the hole by the wind, it counts as a "hole-in-one." However, if a ball that was marked and replaced is blown into the hole by the wind, it must be placed back in its original position and the putt must be made again.

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