Earlier this month, the USGA and the R&A announced a new local rule that eliminates the penalty for the accidental movement of the ball on the putting green. This latest rules revision reflects the organizations' desire the "modernize" the 34 rules of golf and encourages all golf organizations to adopt this local rule. The WGAWP will do so this season. Whether moved by a caddy, playing opponent/partner, a piece of equipment or yourself...the ball is replaced to its original spot---no penalty!
The infographic below illustrates the instances in which this rule may be applied or...click the link to the USGA video for a detailed explanation of this new rule.
http://www.usga.org/rules-hub/2017-local-rule/new-local-rule.html
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