In every professional tournament, there are numerous situations where rulings are required. Free drops from sprinkler heads, line of sight relief from Temporary Immovable Obstructions, a ball coming to rest in a spectator’s sandwich… those sorts of things.
Tournament referees earn their crust. Buzzing about the course, solving Rules conundrums for players competing for significant prize money. It’s a vital job and it’s essential the officials get it right to ensure the tournament playing field is fair and level.
