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The New WHS (World Handicap System) Playing Handicap calculation converts a player's Course Handicap to a Playing Handicap by applying a 95% allowance. This adjustment is used in stroke play competitions to ensure fair competition.
The calculator uses the WHS Playing Handicap formula:
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Explanation: The 95% allowance is applied to prevent excessive advantage in stroke play competitions, promoting fairer competition across different handicap levels.
Details: Accurate Playing Handicap calculation is essential for fair competition in golf tournaments. It ensures that players of different skill levels can compete equitably in stroke play events under the World Handicap System.
Tips: Enter your Course Handicap as a positive number. The calculator will automatically apply the 95% allowance and display your Playing Handicap for stroke play competitions.
Q1: Why is a 95% allowance used?
A: The 95% allowance helps prevent players with higher handicaps from having an unfair advantage in stroke play competitions, creating a more balanced competition.
Q2: Is this used for all types of golf competitions?
A: The 95% allowance is specifically for individual stroke play. Other formats like match play or four-ball may use different allowances (100% or 85%).
Q3: How is Course Handicap determined?
A: Course Handicap is calculated from your Handicap Index and the Slope Rating of the course being played using the formula: CH = Handicap Index × (Slope Rating ÷ 113).
Q4: Do I need to calculate this for every round?
A: Yes, your Playing Handicap should be calculated for each competition round based on the specific course's Slope Rating and the competition format.
Q5: What's the difference between Course Handicap and Playing Handicap?
A: Course Handicap represents your potential ability on a specific course, while Playing Handicap is the adjusted value used for competition scoring after applying the appropriate allowance.