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LPGA Tour Implements Tough Penalties for Slow Play

2/6/2025

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Starting March 27, the LPGA Tour is cracking down on slow play with tougher penalties. Players could face fines for just a few seconds over time, and penalties escalate to strokes for longer delays. World No. 1 Nelly Korda backs these changes, emphasizing the need for a faster, more exciting game.

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Starting March 27, the LPGA Tour is cracking down on slow play with tougher penalties. Players could face fines for just a few seconds over time, and penalties escalate to strokes for longer delays. World No. 1 Nelly Korda backs these changes, emphasizing the need for a faster, more exciting game.