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Which tees should you play at Erin Hills? Your 7-iron will tell you

Discover Your Perfect Tee at Erin Hills: Let Your 7-Iron Guide the Way!

**Fowler (illness) WDs from WM Phoenix Open**: Rickie Fowler has pulled out of the WM Phoenix Open due to illness, dealing another blow to the fan-favorite as he works to bounce back. His absence will surely be felt by both fans and fellow competitors alike.

**Which tees should you play at Erin Hills? Your 7-iron will tell you**: Choosing the perfect tees at Erin Hills can transform your round. By testing the comfortable distance of your 7-iron, you can pinpoint the ideal tee box that matches your game, setting you up for success on this challenging course

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Rules Guy: If I play from the wrong tees, can I correct the mistake without penalty?

Rules Guy: If I play from the wrong tees, can I correct the mistake without penalty?

According to golf rules, teeing off from an incorrect position during match play results in a two-stroke penalty for the offending player. However, a new clarification issued by the Rules Guy states that players who recognize the error before making their stroke may correct it without penalty. The correction must be made before the player leaves the teeing ground, and the corrected tee shot must be played from the correct teeing ground. This clarification aligns with the overall principle of fairness in the game of golf, ensuring that inadvertent errors do not have excessive consequences.

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