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Expert: Ken Tannar - 6/30/2009


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is it illegal if around the pin there is not a 3 foot radius of flat ground?

Answer
Hi Ryne,

Not sure what the specific rule is here. Take a look at the usga rules:
http://www.usga.org/Rule-Books/Rules-of-Golf/Rules-and-Decisions/

Look under FAQ as well.

Hope this helps.

Best regards,
Ken Tannar
www.probablegolfinstruction.com

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