Michael Kim Discusses Controversial Golf Rules

Michael Kim has expressed his views on two controversial golf rules during a recent Q&A session on X. He addressed the fairway divot rule, which prevents players from taking a free drop if their ball lands in another player's divot in the middle of the fairway.

Many golfers believe that players should receive relief in such situations, arguing that it is unfair to be penalized for hitting a good shot. However, Kim defended the existing rule, stating that players should not expect a perfect lie just for hitting the fairway, as determining the boundaries of a divot can be challenging.

In addition to discussing the divot rule, Kim also commented on the issue of slow play in professional golf, noting that the problem stems from the number of groups on the course rather than the pace of play itself. He suggested that enforcing stricter penalties for slow play might help alleviate the issue, but acknowledged the difficulties posed by large fields in major tournaments.