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Sprinkler Head Relief Rules Explained
Can you take relief from a sprinkler head during your follow-through?
In brief
Can you take relief from a sprinkler head during your follow-through? Golfers can take free relief if a sprinkler head physically interferes with their swing, including follow-through, under Rule 16.1a. Originally reported by Nationalclubgolfer.
Sprinkler Head Relief Rules
Golfers can take relief from sprinkler heads if they touch the ball or interfere with stance.
When Relief Applies
Physical interference during backswing or follow-through allows free relief under rule 16.1a.
Relief Process
Find nearest point of complete relief, no closer to hole, then drop ball one club-length.
The headline
Golfers can take free relief if a sprinkler head physically interferes with their swing, including follow-through, under Rule 16.1a.
