‘Does seem excessive sometimes’: Are pros abusing this rule?
A new rule introduced at the start of the year has allowed players to replace a ball (without penalty) if it becomes embedded in the general area through the green. But one PGA Tour star thinks it could be time for a rethink.
Viktor Hovland has enjoyed a remarkable 12 months and moved into the world’s top 10 after claiming his third PGA Tour win at the Hero World Challenge in December. But the Norwegian believes the rule is being abused by some players. He added: “The rule was obviously put in place for when the ball is actually plugged, but does seem excessive sometimes.”
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