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The USGA and R&A update areas of interest relating to distance
The USGA and The R&A today released updated areas of interest and research topics on hitting distance in golf.
17 Mar 2022
R&A & USGA announce new model local rule limiting club length
The R&A and the USGA have announced that a new Model Local Rule (MLR G-10) will be available beginning on January 1 2022 to provide those running professional or elite amateur golf competitions with the option of limiting the maximum length of a golf club (excluding putters) to 46 inches.
13 Oct 2021
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