Royal And Ancient Golf Club Updates Stupid And Ancient Rules

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Royal And Ancient Golf Club Updates Stupid And Ancient Rules

Royal And Ancient Golf Club Updates Stupid And Ancient Rules Golf's governing body, The Royal and Ancient Golf Club, has updated some of its stupid and ancient rules. Among other overdue adjustments: golfers will no longer be penalized with a stroke if a gust of wind displaces the ball. The organization is still grappling with dinosaur interference. [AP]

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