A rules issue breaks out — and a referee doesn’t drop his comedy chance
During the PGA Tour’s third round at the RBC Heritage earlier this month, a comical exchange occurred involving a rules issue, a player, and a referee. Emiliano Grillo’s ball ended up on a water hazard line, but before he could get to his ball, his playing partner Talor Gooch called the referee over, saying there was a nearby sea turtle that needed protecting. When asked how far away the turtle was, Gooch hilariously quipped, “It’s about the size of a Volkswagen, so pretty far.” The referee showed good humor, responding, “If it was the size of a Volkswagen, you’d be in the rough.” Ultimately, the bizarre incident showcased an unexpected lighter side to the typically serious domain of rules enforcement in golf.