A golf etiquette debate emerges over using plastic ball markers versus traditional coins or memento markers. Reader Kyle Ericson defends plastic markers as practical and unobtrusive, challenging the stigma surrounding their use on greens.
Legendary golfer Gary Player demanded the USGA ban deep-grooved irons and trampoline-face drivers in 2005, arguing modern equipment was 'ruining the game.' His concerns about technology diminishing skill requirements have proven prescient as golf prepares for equipment rollbacks.
PGA Tour veteran Sam Ryder withdrew from a Valspar Championship Monday qualifier after realizing he violated the new preferred lies rule. Though initially disappointed, Ryder later gained entry to the tournament and finished T64.