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The USGA and R&A are considering delaying the implementation of the “ball rollback” rule, originally set for January 2026. Under the proposed revision, the reduced-distance ball would be mandatory for professional tours (PGA Tour, LPGA, DP World Tour) starting January 2028, while elite amateur competitions would not adopt the change until January 2030. The governing bodies are seeking feedback from manufacturers and stakeholders on this new timeline before finalizing the decision.
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