Shane Lowry accepts two-shot penalty at The Open 2025
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CNN
Irish golfer Shane Lowry accepted a controversial two-stroke penalty at The Open after the R&A judged his ball moved during a practice swing, despite his belief that it did not. The incident, captured on camera, impacted his score and standing, but Lowry chose to accept the ruling to avoid social media backlash, highlighting the strictness of golf rules and the challenges of outdoor conditions. The decision received mixed reactions, with some sympathizing with the difficulty of the call, and Lowry finished the tournament safely through to the weekend.