Player in match play does not know he has 15 clubs in his
bag. Opponents notice, but they do not say anything. Opponents lose 2 and 1,
then decide to notify player. Is it too late once the match is over?
Lou from Laconia, New Hampshire
Dear Lou,
Yes, it’s too late.
In match play, a player is allowed to ignore a breach of the
Rules by his opponent, assuming there is no agreement by both parties to waive
a Rule [Note 1 to Rule 2-5]. The opponent in your scenario noticed the breach
(too many clubs) and chose to ignore it. This is acceptable.
However, if the opponent discovers a breach of the Rules and
chooses not to ignore it, he must
inform the player (and file a claim, if there is disagreement) before any
player tees off on the next hole. He may not “save” it like a “Get Out of Jail
Free” card to use at the end of the match.
Linda
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