Did you know that under the 2008 Rules of Golf, you may now lift your ball for identification even if it’s in a hazard? They amended this because there is no more exemption from penalty for playing a wrong ball in a hazard. That’s right. You can get penalized now for playing a wrong ball from a hazard.
Another major change that the USGA and R&A implemented this year is the penalty for a ball in motion Deflected or Stopped By Player, Partner, Caddie or Equipment. Before January 1, 2008, in match play, the penalty is loss of hole and for stroke play its 2-strokes. They reduced the penalty in both match play and stroke play to one stroke only.
So for those guys who have not heard of the new Rules changes, you may want to read the new Rules of Golf for 2008 at either the USGA or R&A website.
Let’s play golf by the Rules!
Posted by boyblue in the Pilipinas Golf Forum, www.pilipinasgolf.com.
Enjoy a unique golf sojourn in Ayala Greenfield
Cradled within the slopes of Calamba, Laguna, basking in the warmth of magnificent Mt. Makiling, is a new golfing experience within nature’s bounty. 18 holes of lush greenery overlooking majestic Mt. Makiling challenges every player. The front nine is a long, beautiful, winding road of picturesque greens and snaking asphalt. The back nine cuddles little Mt. Masaia and offers a shadowy glimpse of every obstacle that comes your way. World-renowned architect Trent Jones II lent his human touch and designed this par 72 championship course that sits proudly on Ayala Land. Ayala Greenfield Estates’ golf course boasts of a wide range of shot-making options that will surely delight the senses and challenge your creativity. Let this playground surprise you.
Below are descriptions on how to play the hole. Keep in mind that the slopes of playing a mountain course almost always have an effect on how the greens break. So maintain a good strategy, remember not to lose sight of your target and you’ll surely enjoy playing in nature’s embrace.
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