I don't know what the rules are regarding infractions on television. My opinion is, no golfer should be penalized by anything shown or discussed during a broadcast. Not all golf shots are shown by all golfers, and certainly close ups and slow motion replays are reserved for the leaders. If the tournament officials are really concerned with fairness and accuracy, I suggest they review third round footage of Tony Final who did the exact same thing as Rahm, but conveniently wasn't noticed by the television crew. Under the same "rules", Finau should have been penalized, then disqualified for signing an incorrect score card. I say leave these matters up to the players and the official with each group.
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