Golf Mentor Puzzle No. 26

Q1: Ball may be lost outside a penalty area. Player announces and plays a provisional, then plays it again from nearer the hole than the original’s estimated spot. Which ball is in play?

Hacienda Hills (Oaks + Palms)  — Hole 12  (Par 3)

Knowing the rules can save strokes

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