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Rule 23-1
Assistance in Removing Large Loose Impediments
Q. May a player receive assistance in removing a large loose impediment, such as a large limb, or boulder?
A. Yes. Please refer to Decision 23-1/3.
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Dealing with loose impediments |
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| Boulder was considered a loose impediment | |
In the final round of the 1999 Phoenix Open, Tiger Woods' tee shot sailed wide left and came to rest behind a large boulder. Upon examining the situation, Woods asked the Rules Official if the boulder was considered a loose impediment. |
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| Immovable obstruction | |
During a playoff at the 1987 Los Angeles Open, Ben Crenshaw’s ball landed on this artificially-surfaced service road adjacent to the 15th fairway. Classified as an “immovable obstruction,” Crenshaw was entitled to relief without penalty from the road under Rule 24-2. |
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