Conceding putts in match play.

Publish date: 2024-05-03
I'd say the final and deciding putt of any match should only be given if it's not more than a tap in (1 foot max). I just feel like it's a matter of sportsmanship to actually hole the final putt and not have it given to you. Also, who doesn't like to seal his win with the sweet sound of the ball going in the cup?

Before giving the final putt to your opponent, maybe ask yourself this question "if this was the Ryder Cup, this was the last and deciding singles match, we are on the 18th green and the match is A/S, would I give this putt to win the match?" If the answer is no, you probably shouldn't give the putt.

When other player outside the match come into the equation it gets interesting.. People may give a putt out of frustration, thinking "I don't care if we lose 7&6 or 8&6", not thinking (and/or caring) about the potential consequences for others.

So maybe in cases like that there should be a rule saying all deciding putts can't be given.

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