The rule says the infraction must be able to be seen by the “Naked Eye”. Watching the close-up of Rahm’s ball movement, was not that any human naked eye that could have seen the infraction, unless that person had the eyes of a bald eagle.Yes technology showed the infraction, but certainly not visible to the naked eye. The other major issue I have is rules are in place to “Protect the Field”, but in reality do not protect the entire field. When TV coverage is limited to mostly the tournament leaders and covers only a small percentage of potential infractions then the field is being unfairly compromised. With the big $$$$$, FED EX standings, and rankings (world and others), riding on every shot made, fairly protecting the entire field is necessary and not being accomplished at this time on the PGA Tour.
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