What does a handicap allow golfers of different abilities to do?

Compete fairly against each other.

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  2. Compete fairly against each other ✔
  3. Use fewer clubs

Why: A handicap measures scoring ability so players of different levels can compete.

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Answer: Compete fairly against each other. A handicap measures scoring ability so players of different levels can compete.

  1. Golf en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golf
    It is used to enable players of widely varying abilities to compete against one another.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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