Source: BroBible
Summary
Jose Maria Olazabal, a two-time Masters champion, was involved in a potential rules violation during the 2026 tournament. A video showed Olazabal’s practice backswing clipping a tree branch, moving leaves, and potentially improving his swing area. Despite this, no penalty was called, sparking debate among fans and golf enthusiasts.
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The routine arrives with confidence.
Golfers get away with stuff.
Rules are made to be bent.
Leaves fall, and so do penalties.
It’s all just part of the game.
Olazabal’s swing was just a “minor adjustment” to the rules.
Author: Evan Null
