2026-06-13
9-Hole Handicap: How Half a Round Counts
Only played 9 holes? Here's how that half-round counts toward your handicap and how two of them join into one — in plain English, with a clear example.
2026-02-13
Amateur Golf Prizes: The Myth of What You Can and Cannot Win
Careful: accepting golf prizes can cost your amateur status. Learn the rules, limits, and the clever Hole-in-One hack to keep winning legally. Stay safe!
2026-02-15
Backstopping: The Silent Aid Controversy That the R&A Hates
Discover why leaving your ball near the hole sparks controversy. Learn the rule, avoid penalties, and protect your score.
2026-05-20
The Best Golf Betting Games (2026): Ranked for Every Group
Nassau, Skins, Wolf, Vegas, Bingo Bango Bongo — the best golf betting games explained and ranked by group size, skill mix, and how much fun they create.
2026-05-29
Lazar Golf: The Best Golf Rules App for On-Course Decisions
What the best golf rules app looks like in 2026: point your camera at the lie and get the exact R&A/USGA rule in seconds — no PDFs, no guesswork.
2026-02-15
The Bunker Exit: How to Escape the Sand Without Touching the Ball
Facing a bunker nightmare? Learn the hidden relief option to escape the sand without touching your ball. Save your score with Rule 19.3b explained.
2026-02-13
Free Relief from Cart Paths: The Complete Guide
Free relief from cart paths is easier than you think! Learn Rule 16.1 to drop without penalty and save your score. Never get stuck again.
2026-02-16
How to Use Sprinklers to Improve Your Lie (Legally)
Master Rule 16.1: Use sprinklers for free relief to improve your lie legally. Avoid bad lies & turn potential bogeys into pars with this strategy.
2026-07-10
What Is an Eagle in Golf? Meaning and How to Score One
Learn what an eagle is in golf, where the name comes from, and which strategy gives you the best shot at one on a par 4 or par 5.
2026-02-13
Laser, Phone or Compass? Guide to Permitted Golf Equipment in 2023
Is your golf tech making you cheat? Learn if your laser, phone, or GPS is permitted under Rule 4.3a.
2026-05-21
Every Golf Format Explained: From Stroke Play to Scramble
Stroke play, Stableford, scramble or match play? What each golf format rewards, which to pick for your group, and the tactics that win each one.
2026-05-19
The Golf Rules You're Probably Breaking Every Round (Without Knowing)
Discover which crazy golf rules you're breaking. Learn 3+ mistakes amateur golfers make every round without realizing it.
2026-06-19
Golf Stats You Should Track to Actually Improve
Track key golf stats to improve faster. Learn which metrics—GIR, fairways, putts—matter most and how to use them to lower your scores as an amateur golfer.
2026-02-15
Green Accidents: The Sacred Zone Where Nothing Penalises You
Don't panic if your ball moves on the green! Discover Rule 13.1d, the essential golf rule that gives you a free pass and protects your scorecard.
2026-02-15
The Hole-in-One Myth: Win a Car and Stay Amateur
Win a car with a hole-in-one without losing amateur status? Discover the secret rule that protects your eligibility and prize!
2026-05-21
How Golf Scoring Works: The Complete Beginner's Guide
Golf scoring explained for beginners: what par, birdie, bogey and eagle mean, how stroke play counts every shot, and how handicap turns gross into net.
2026-05-21
How Long Does a Round of Golf Take? (4-Ball & All Group Sizes)
A 4-ball round of 18 holes takes 3h 45m–4h 30m under normal conditions. Times for every group size, 9 vs 18 holes, and pace tips.
2026-06-18
How to Play Golf for Beginners: A Complete First-Timer's Guide
Master golf basics with our beginner's guide. Learn clubs, scoring, rules, and etiquette—everything you need to play your first round confidently today.
2026-02-15
Legal Espionage: What You Can Ask Your Opponent Without Being Penalised
Asking for advice in golf means 2 penalty strokes. Rule 10.2a reveals which questions you can legally ask your opponent.
2026-05-20
Match Play vs Stroke Play: Key Differences and When to Use Each
Match play vs stroke play: understand the scoring differences, key rules, and how strategy changes between these two essential golf formats.
2026-05-29
Mini Golf vs. Traditional Golf: Key Differences You Need to Know!
Mini Golf vs Traditional Golf: Learn key differences in rules, strategy & equipment. Discover how mastering one secretly improves the other with Lazar AI.
2026-02-15
Perfect Green: Your Right to Repair Almost Anything Before Putting
Don't let green damage wreck your putt. Discover Rule 13.1c, the hidden right to repair almost any damage on your putting line and lower your score.
2026-02-15
Prohibited Warm-Up: The 2-Stroke Error You Make Before Teeing Off
Don't lose 2 strokes before you start! Understand Prohibited Warm-Up Rule 5.2b to avoid penalties and keep your score clean in golf competition.
2026-02-15
Ready Golf: Why Playing Out of Turn is Now Your Obligation
Rule 6.4b allows you to play out of turn, ending slow rounds. Discover how to speed up play and save time.
2026-06-10
RFEGolf App: The Guide to Tracking Your Handicap and License in Spain
How to use the RFEGolf app in Spain: view your Handicap Index, carry your digital license, and submit valederas. Complete guide, updated 2026.
2026-02-15
Your Smartwatch is Watching You: Legal Aid or Illegal Cheat?
Your golf smartwatch could disqualify you! Uncover 3 banned functions under Rule 4.3a and avoid penalties. Play smart, stay legal.
2026-02-15
Stones and Branches: Clear Your Path Without Moving the Ball
Discover the exact rule for removing stones and branches in golf, and clean your lie in bunkers legally.
2026-07-20
USGA Rules of Golf App: The Complete Download and Usage Guide
All 24 rules of golf in your pocket, free and offline: what the official USGA/R&A app covers, how to download it, and where Lazar's visual analysis helps.
2026-06-06
What Is a Mulligan in Golf? Meaning, Rules, and Etiquette
What is a mulligan in golf? Discover its true meaning, why it's not in official rules, and the etiquette to use this 'free pass' to save your score.
2026-05-21
What is a Shotgun Start in Golf? How It Works and When It's Used
Demystify the golf shotgun start. Learn exactly how this tournament format works & why clubs use it. Get prepared & gain a strategic advantage over rivals.