World Handicap System

Overview of WHS

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The vision of the new World Handicap System is to unify the six different handicap systems used around the world into one, universal system. Although the six other systems were very well-developed, each system provides slightly different results. The new system will enable players round the world to compete on fair ground, in any format, on any course, without sacrificing accuracy. As the system was adapted by all of the existing handicapping authorities and other National Associations, this collaboration will ensure the system is suitable to all golfing cultures.

Educational Resources

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Calculation of Course and Playing Handicap


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Timely Submission of Scores


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Maximum Handicap Index

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Playing Conditions Calculation

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Net Double Bogey

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Handicap Committee Review

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Responsive Handicap Index Updates

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Hard Cap & Soft Cap

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Acceptable Scores for Handicap Purposes

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