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USGA and R&A Ask Manufacturers to Weigh in on Tour-only Golf Ball, Driver and Club-Length Limits

The proposed tour-only rules would cap golf balls at 317 yards, limit driver flexibility and tighten club length as comments are due Oct. 21.

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Golf's governing bodies and two major tours are considering three equipment changes for the future.

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[Sports Chosun Reporter Park Sang-kyung] Attention is focused on the USGA (United States Golf Association) and the R&A (Royal and National Golf Association) as they begin reviewing rule changes. USA Today reported on the 22nd (Korean time) that the two organizations recently informed golf equipment manufacturers that they are reviewing local rules for three models. This review is reportedly in response to proposals from the PGA Tour and the DP W…

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Golf Digest broke the news on Monday, September 21, 2026.
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