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Golfers consider relief options after course aeration

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 12:34 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Golfers consider relief options after course aeration
Summary

Golfers at local public courses can face challenges when fairways and greens have been aerated. While the maintenance is necessary for course health, it impacts play, particularly putting and chipping. According to Rule 13.1c, golfers can repair certain damage, but aeration holes are not considered grounds for relief unless a local course rule (E-4) permits it. Under E-4, relief is allowed if a ball lies in an aeration hole but not for holes interfering with stance or swing. Players should be aware that any loose impediments can be removed, but the holes remain part of regular course maintenance.

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  • •Aeration impacts putting and chipping performance
  • •Rule 13.1c allows some repairs, but not for aeration holes
  • •Model Local Rule E-4 permits relief under certain conditions
  • •Loose impediments from aeration can be removed
  • •Players may need to drop multiple times to avoid holes
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