Reglas de Golf: Bola injugable en bunker 19.3b | Ariel Rodríguez Laurnagaray | Golf en Español
Understanding the New Golf Rule for Dropping a Ball
Introduction to the Rule
- The speaker introduces an interesting golf rule that has been in effect since 2019, allowing players a second option to declare a ball unplayable in a bunker by dropping it outside with two penalty strokes.
Scenario of Difficulty in Bunker
- A scenario is presented where the player struggles to hit the ball out of a high-walled bunker, risking multiple attempts without success. The alternative of dropping outside the bunker is highlighted as beneficial.
Procedure for Dropping Outside the Bunker
- The player explains how to drop outside the bunker: taking reference from the flag and original ball position, then moving back along that line.
- It’s emphasized that when dropping, players must drop directly on or near the line where the ball originally lay. The area of relief is defined as a circle with a radius equal to one club length around where the ball lands.
Key Takeaways
- This new rule provides strategic options for players facing challenging situations in bunkers.