Section 7: Violations & Penalties
Why People Get This Wrong
People often assume that if their golf club doesn't meet USGA standards for length or weight, they're automatically penalized, but actually, it's about ensuring fairness in competition by maintaining consistent equipment quality across all players. They overlook the fact that the rule is more about preventing unfair advantages rather than just enforcing strict adherence to specific measurements.
Official Verdict
, using a non-conforming driver) is disqualification under Rule 4.1a.
