From Nationalclubgolfer · Steve Carroll · · 40s
Can I remove dew from my line on the green?
Golfers can't remove dew on the green per USGA rules, risking two-shot penalties.
In brief
Golfers can't remove dew on the green per USGA rules, risking two-shot penalties. Golfers cannot remove dew on the green under USGA rules, causing two-shot penalties in stroke play. Originally reported by Nationalclubgolfer.
Dew on the green
Dew forms naturally on golf courses in temperate climates and slows ball movement.
USGA rule on dew
USGA prohibits removing dew, frost or water except in the teeing area to avoid penalties.
Penalty for dew removal
Removing dew risks a two-shot penalty in stroke play or loss of hole in match play.
The headline
Golfers cannot remove dew on the green under USGA rules, causing two-shot penalties in stroke play.
