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Home»PGA Tour»News»Martin Slumbers, CEO of the R&A, announces that decisions on distance rollback will be disclosed by the end of the year.
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Martin Slumbers, CEO of the R&A, announces that decisions on distance rollback will be disclosed by the end of the year.

News RoomBy News RoomNovember 23, 2023No Comments3 Mins Read
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In the world of golf, one of the most contentious issues currently being debated is the distance that leading players can propel balls with modern equipment. The R&A and the USGA, two key regulatory bodies in golf, are in agreement that this issue needs to be addressed for the future of the sport. CEO Martin Slumbers of the R&A has stated that the ball is going further than it did 15 years ago and that action must be taken to prevent the game from being negatively impacted.

The ruling bodies proposed a Model Local Rule earlier this year to address hitting distance in golf. However, this proposal was met with resistance from influential quarters within the game, including the PGA Tour and the PGA of America. Despite the pushback, the R&A remains committed to finding a solution that will benefit the long-term future of the sport. They are currently working on a decision that will be made public before the end of the year.

Alongside addressing distance concerns, the R&A has also recently released the Open Qualifying Series of events that will offer places in the championship at Royal Troon in July 2024. This system has come under scrutiny in light of the emergence of the LIV Golf circuit. Slumbers is confident that the opportunities created by the qualifying events will result in the best global field possible for the championship.

One area of contention arose when the R&A removed the Open exemption granted to the winner of the Asian Tour two years ago. Asian Tour CEO Cho Min Thant expressed concern over this decision, believing that their Order of Merit winner deserves the opportunity to play in a major. Slumbers defended the decision, stating that the spots available in the Open Championship are reflective of the relative strength of players in the Asia-Pacific region.

Despite the controversy surrounding these decisions, the R&A remains dedicated to ensuring that the Open Championship continues to be a prestigious and competitive event. There is even discussion of potentially hosting the championship outside the UK at Portmarnock in the Republic of Ireland. While there are infrastructure challenges to overcome, the possibility of playing at this world-class links course is being considered.

In conclusion, the future of golf is a topic of ongoing debate and discussion within the sport’s regulatory bodies and stakeholders. While challenges such as hitting distance and qualifying processes may arise, the R&A remains committed to preserving the integrity and competitiveness of the game. By addressing these issues and making thoughtful decisions, the R&A aims to ensure that the sport continues to thrive for years to come.

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