Local Rule 15 – Interference from tree roots:
If a player’s ball lies in the general area and there is interference from exposed tree roots in the fairway or in the rough, free relief to a distance of 1 club length from the reference point is available under Rule 16.1b.
Relief is not allowed if the tree roots only interfere with the player’s stance.”
Note: The Match Committee requires that prior to a Player taking such relief, the Marker is consulted.
