Linda,
I asked you this question in 2017 and now the question came up again. What I want clarified is can I mark my ball when I see the putter’s ball coming towards it? I know I can move the flag and equipment, but can I move the ball?
Lulu from Green Valley, Arizona
Dear Lulu,
This is an excellent question, since the Rule has changed. The answer is now yes. When another player’s ball is in motion you may mark and lift your ball at rest on the putting green (but not elsewhere). You may also move a removed flagstick and any other player equipment out of the way of the oncoming ball [Rule 11.3, Exception].
Linda
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