Golf Rules Guy addresses waiting time for ball at edge of cup
Golf.com • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 10:59 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
In a recent Golf.com feature, Rules Guy clarifies the situation when a golf ball rests on the edge of the cup. Golfers often wonder how long they can wait for the ball to drop into the hole. The article provides a definitive answer to this common query among players, ensuring that they understand the rules better. This guidance is particularly relevant during competitive play where every second can impact the outcome.
- •Rules Guy explains waiting time for a ball at the cup's edge.
- •The feature was published on October 20, 2026.
- •Clarification is important for competitive golfers.
- •Golf.com provides a definitive answer to a common question.
- 10:59 AMGolf.com — Rules Guy: I hit my ball to the edge of the cup. How long can I wait for it to fall in?
"When your ball ends up on the edge of the cup, how long do you get to wait for it to fall in? Rules Guy has the answer. The post Rules Guy: I hit my ball to the edge of the cup. How long can I wait for it to fall in? appeared first on Golf.
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