The R&A's Ruling: A Case Study in Golf's Governance Grey Areas The recent controversy surrounding Bryson DeChambeau's penalty at The Open has left many scratching their heads.
Opinions are sharply divided on whether the governing body, The R&A, made the right call. Max Homa defended his fellow competitor, citing a high opinion of DeChambeau as both player and person.
"He would never cheat the game of golf," Homa said, raising questions about what exactly constitutes cheating in this context. The issue centers on Rule 16.