What is the penalty for making a stroke at the wrong ball?

Two strokes.

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  1. One stroke
  2. Two strokes ✔
  3. Disqualification always

Why: Playing the wrong ball carries a two-stroke penalty under the rules.

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Answer: Two strokes. Playing the wrong ball carries a two-stroke penalty under the rules.

  1. Golf en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golf
    A two-stroke penalty is incurred for making a stroke at the wrong ball
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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