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Rules Guy: I hit my provisional ball to gimme-length. Can I choose to ignore my original wayward shot?

Rules Guy: I hit my provisional ball to gimme-length. Can I choose to ignore my original wayward shot?

Rickie Fowler withdrew from the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, tournament officials confirmed. He left before the second round, citing health concerns; his status for upcoming events remains uncertain.

Rules expert answers whether a player may treat a provisional that lands at gimme length as the ball in play and abandon the original wayward tee shot. Clarifies conditions and penalties under the official Rules.

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