From Nationalclubgolfer · Steve Carroll · · 30s
Bunker Rake Rule Explained
When your ball hits a bunker rake, you can move it without penalty.
In brief
When your ball hits a bunker rake, you can move it without penalty. If your ball rests against a bunker rake, you can shift the rake without penalty and reposition your ball on the original spot. Originally reported by Nationalclubgolfer.
Bunker rake scenario
Your ball rests against a rake outside the bunker.
Movable obstruction rule
Rule 15.2a allows removing movable obstructions without penalty.
Ball movement rule
If your ball moves while shifting the rake, reposition on original spot.
The big picture
If your ball rests against a bunker rake, you can shift the rake without penalty and reposition your ball on the original spot.
