You can imagine the scene: It’s suddenly started lashing down with rain and you’re getting a soaking. You want to get off a green as quickly as possible to find shelter.
Having played up to within tap-in distance, you hurry towards the hole to put it in. As you do so, your playing partner who is holding an umbrella moves to the edge of the hole and holds the brolly over your head as you knock your ball into the hole.
The simple answer is – no.
It’s covered by Rule 10 which is – Preparing for and making a stroke; advice and help; caddies.
Specifically, you need to look to 10.2b(5) – Physical help, eliminating distractions, and protection from the elements.
That’s because Rule 10.2b(5) also says the Rule does not prevent the player from taking their own actions to protect against the elements while making a stroke.
It’s worth knowing that one. It might seem a generous act but if you accept such help from your playing partner, you’re going to be penalised.
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