Regler AGC
 
1. Knockout Format: The tournament begins with 64 teams divided into groups based on geographic location to minimize travel distances. AGC actively works to schedule matches with the shortest possible travel times. However, all teams must be prepared for the possibility of longer travel distances in certain regions.
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The tournament requires a minimum number of registered teams to proceed. If there are not enough participants in a geographical area, AGC reserves the right to cancel the tournament in that area. In such cases, the participation fee will be fully refunded.
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2. Teams: The competition is played in teams of two and may consist of men, women, or mixed teams in a single open category for all amateurs. Each team is allowed to use a substitute player in case of illness, injury, or similar. There is no age limit for participating. However, if a participant under the age of 18 qualifies for the final at Lofoten Links, a parent or guardian must accompany them. AGC does not cover travel or accommodation costs for accompanying guardians.
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3. Handicap (HCP): Participants must be members of a golf club and have an official handicap. The maximum allowed handicap is 28. Players with a higher handicap may still participate but will be adjusted down to 28.
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4. Deadlines: Each round in the knockout format has a fixed timeframe in which the matches must be played. Both teams are responsible for coordinating the match date and time within the round’s deadline. If a match is not played before the deadline, AGC will draw lots to determine which team advances. If a team does not show up for a scheduled match, the opposing team wins by walkover.
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Round Dates:
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• Round 1: May 30 – June 17, 2025​

• ​Round 2: June 18 – July 6, 2025

• Summer break

• Round 3: July 28 – August 10, 2025

• Round 4: August 11 – August 24, 2025

• Round 5: August 25 – September 7, 2025

• Round 6: September 8 – September 21, 2025

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5. Course Selection: As this is a knockout tournament, ensuring an equal number of home matches for all teams will be challenging. AGC will do its best to balance this, but full fairness cannot be guaranteed. For the first round, home course advantage will be determined by draw.
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6. Tee Boxes
·       Men: Play from the regular men’s tee (e.g., 58/59)
·       Women: Play from the regular women’s tee (e.g., 48)
·       Mixed teams: Men play from the men’s tee, women from the women’s tee
Teams may agree to play from a different tee box if both parties consent.
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7. Score Registration: The winning team is responsible for submitting the match result to contact@arcticgolfchallenge.com as soon as the result is confirmed.
Example: John Smith and Emily Johnson won the match 2&1.

8. Match Format: Texas Scramble Match Play – Two-player teams. Both players tee off. The team selects the best-positioned ball, and the other ball is picked up. Both players hit from within one scorecard length of the chosen ball (not closer to the hole). On the green: Balls are placed at the exact spot of the chosen ball. In bunkers: Balls are placed within one scorecard length, but not outside the bunker.
Each player must have at least 6 counted tee shots during the match. The team that wins the most holes wins the match.
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9. Handicap Adjustment: The team’s playing handicap is adjusted to 25% of the total of both players’ individual handicaps.
Example:
·       Player 1: HCP 18.0
·       Player 2: HCP 24.5
·       Total: 42.5
·       Adjusted team HCP: 42.5 × 0.25 = 10.62 → rounded to 10.6
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10. Ties: If the match is tied after 18 holes, it goes to Sudden Death. If this is not possible (e.g., due to darkness, course access, or weather), the match is decided using the scorecard method:
Back 9 → Last 6 holes → Last 3 holes → Hole 18.
If still tied, compare Hole 17 and go backward until a winner is found.
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11. Use of Aids: All types of rangefinders, including those with slope functionality, are permitted.
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12. Local Rules: Play must follow the local rules of the course, which may include:
·       Drop rules
·       Out of bounds (OB)
·       Ground Under Repair (GUR)
·       Special course conditions
Local rules are typically available on the scorecard or in the clubhouse.
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13. Disqualification: Teams may be disqualified for violating tournament rules, manipulating handicaps, or breaching standards of good sportsmanship and behavior. All participants are expected to follow the official rules of golf and conduct themselves with respect and integrity to ensure a fair and positive tournament.
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​Scramble your way to Lofoten Links