"No player or caddy may do anything to affect the position or movement of a golf ball,
except in accordance with the Rules." (Moving loose obstructing natural materials - see Rule 23-1.)
(Moving moving obstructions - see Rule 24-1.) PENALTY FOR VIOLATION OF RULE 1-2* ( interfering with the golf ball):
Hole play - Hole loss;
Counting game - two strokes.
*In the event of a serious breach of Rule 1-2, the referee may impose the penalty of disqualification.
except in accordance with the Rules." (Moving loose obstructing natural materials - see Rule 23-1.)
(Moving moving obstructions - see Rule 24-1.) PENALTY FOR VIOLATION OF RULE 1-2* ( interfering with the golf ball):
Hole play - Hole loss;
Counting game - two strokes.
*In the event of a serious breach of Rule 1-2, the referee may impose the penalty of disqualification.
Note: A player has committed a serious breach of Rule 1-2 if the Committee is of the opinion that his action in influencing the position or movement of the golf ball has given him or another player a significant advantage or another player, other than his partner, a significant disadvantage.
Per tip
Before you are not sure whether you are influencing the golf ball, you should consult with your flight partners or even call the management.
Status: 2018