⛳ Basic Golf Rules for Beginners Simple & Easy Guide (English Version)
If you are new to golf or playing overseas, these are the most important rules you must know . Don’t worry — 👉 just learn these basics and you’re 90% ready! ✅ 1. Basic Principles ⭐⭐⭐ Play the ball as it lies Do not move or improve your ball position. Play the course as you find it Do not change the ground, grass, or obstacles. Be honest Golf is a game of honesty. Count your own penalties. ✅ 2. How to Count Strokes Total score = strokes + penalties Example: 5 shots + 1 penalty = 6 strokes 3 shots + OB = 5 strokes ✅ 3. Tee Shot Rules Hit between the tee markers Stay within two club lengths behind them If you hit outside the tee area: 👉 2-stroke penalty + replay ✅ 4. Out of Bounds (OB) Ball outside white stakes/lines = OB Penalty: 👉 1 stroke + replay from the original spot Example: First shot OB → next shot is your 3rd stroke ✅ 5. Penalty Area (Water Hazard) Red or yellow stakes = penalty area (water, lake, river) Options: 👉 1-stroke...