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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.
If you’re looking to elevate your putting game, the ‘baseline’ drill is a fantastic tool that can help you master distance control on the greens.
To get started, place a tee or ball marker right at the edge of the hole. Then, position another ball about a putter-head’s length behind it, creating a direct line toward the hole. The goal? To consistently strike putts from your starting position and land them just short of that tee or marker—this will help you establish a reliable baseline distance.
By practicing this drill regularly, you’ll develop an acute sense of distance and refine your putting stroke. This focused approach will significantly boost your overall putting skills and confidence on the green