Bryson DeChambeau Furious After Receiving Penalty at Open Championship
A golfer has expressed disappointment over a penalty handed to him during the 2024 US Open. The penalty was given after he stepped on long grass at the fifth hole, improving his lie and clearing the path for his backswing. This resulted in a revised triple bogey-7 on the hole, dropping him into a tie for fifth at 5-under.
According to R&A referee Grant Moir, the rule in question restricts players from improving protected conditions affecting their stroke, including the area of their intended swing. Moir emphasized that this rule applies even when the action is accidental.
After the round, the golfer had an intense conversation with an official, initially suggesting he might not play in the third round. However, he has since indicated that he will continue playing, saying the incident has motivated him to move forward.
According to R&A referee Grant Moir, the rule in question restricts players from improving protected conditions affecting their stroke, including the area of their intended swing. Moir emphasized that this rule applies even when the action is accidental.
After the round, the golfer had an intense conversation with an official, initially suggesting he might not play in the third round. However, he has since indicated that he will continue playing, saying the incident has motivated him to move forward.
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