This epic photo is so 2016. Sun is gone, last putt illuminated by smartphones

[nevets88]

It's just like that commercial where the stadium lights black out. Life imitates art.

 

[Groucho Valentine]

Like that American Pharaoh picture on the cover of sports illustrated a year ago. Great photo. 

[billchao]

Eh, I've seen this in a movie once starring Matt Damon and Will Smith 

[drmevo]

Sort of OT but got me thinking, is there any decision specifically allowing flashlights? Couldn't they be considered artificial devices or unusual equipment since it's kind of aiding you in making a stroke when it's otherwise dark? Obviously if they weren't allowed I'm sure someone with more rules knowledge than me would've made the case already, but I'm just curious why they're OK.

Edited September 13, 2016 by drmevo

[Groucho Valentine]

2 minutes ago, drmevo said:

Sort of OT but got me thinking, is there any decision specifically allowing flashlights? Couldn't they be considered artificial devices or unusual equipment since it's kind of aiding you in making a stroke when it's otherwise dark? Obviously if they weren't allowed I'm sure someone with more rules knowledge than me would've made the case already, but I'm just curious why they're OK.

Well the flashlight is really only going to be useful in finding your ball and maybe light up your playing area on the greens. Like in the photo.  Other than that, i wouldn't think a flashlight is any different than an umbrella or any other piece of equipment you can use to help you cope with playing conditions. 

[drmevo]

2 minutes ago, Groucho Valentine said:

Well the flashlight is really only going to be useful in finding your ball and maybe light up your playing area on the greens. Like in the photo.  Other than that, i wouldn't think a flashlight is any different than an umbrella or any other piece of equipment you can use to help you cope with playing conditions. 

Yeah but isn't it against the rules to have someone else hold an umbrella over your head while putting?

[Groucho Valentine]

1 minute ago, drmevo said:

Yeah but isn't it against the rules to have someone else hold an umbrella over your head while putting?

I think so. But the rules say nothing about flashlights as far as i know.