Rules Guy Explains: Can You Play a Ball That’s Out-of-Bounds on One Hole but In-Bounds on Another
Rules Guy: Can You Play a Ball That Goes OB, But Is In-Bounds on Another Hole?
A fascinating question recently popped up in the Rules Guy realm regarding out-of-bounds situations and what happens when a ball crosses over. According to Rule 27-1, a ball is deemed out-of-bounds when it rests outside the course boundaries—usually indicated by white stakes or lines. But what if that same ball ventures out-of-bounds on one hole yet lands in-bounds on another?
In this intriguing scenario, the player must play the ball as it lies, even if that means teeing off from an entirely different hole! As per Rule 27-1b, once a ball crosses the boundary line and settles on another part of the course, it remains classified as out-of-bounds. Consequently, players must follow the established rules for handling an out-of-bounds situation
