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Golf unveils a modern set of rules to make it easier to play

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By DOUG FERGUSON

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Golf’s two governing bodies released a draft of modern rules

How about treat men and women equally for a start?

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Like 20/20 will just result in a dumbed down version of the game......... not that I like even the traditional version.

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Sounds interesting. Still remember playing golf in Okinawa where just about nobody went after OB balls for fear they might tread on a habu. Why not permit longer clubs when playing around such hazards? Just another idea to add to the list.

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These new rules should also minimize when TV viewers scrutinize every shot on HD TVs looking for any little rule infraction, any little movement of the ball, then calling the tournament organizers to report it

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