In Match Play, if you have conceded a putt to your opponent can you change your mind and withdraw the concession?

More about conceding a putt in match play

• In fourball matches, if you’re given a putt you can still ‘practice’ that putt as long as you attempting the putt does not aid your partner in any way. But if it is ‘given’ your opponent can ask you not to attempt it if it will aid your partner.
• A logic we grew up with in regard to conceding putts was to be less lenient near the beginning of a game where nerves and lack of familiarity with the day’s greens may impact. In the middle of the round potentially be a little more generous with the thought of them having less putts (and practice) when the match later gets to the pointy end.
• Combining these two thoughts, if you’re being given lots of putts you might like to have a practice roll from time to time before the match gets tight at the end.
• This is a neat 12 point summary of rules relating to match play golf.
• Wikipedia has a page devoted to Match Play in golf.

More Unusual Rules in Golf

The Air Rule: If your ball is moved by wind, you play it from the new position. However, if it’s moved by artificial air (like a fan), you must replace it without penalty. This leads to amusing scenarios where players might have to deal with unexpected gusts.

The Orange Rule: If your ball gets lodged in an orange, you cannot take relief without penalty. This raises questions about how often this situation occurs on golf courses!.

Cactus Rule: If your ball lands next to a cactus, you can protect yourself with a towel while playing the shot, but you cannot cover the cactus itself. This rule seems to invite some humorous imagery of golfers trying to navigate prickly situations.

Flying Insect Rule: If a player’s ball lies in a hazard and an insect is on it, the insect is considered part of the hazard. This leads to funny moments where players might need to negotiate their next move around unexpected critters.

Clubhouse Rule: If your ball ends up in the clubhouse and it’s not out of bounds, you can play your next shot from inside the clubhouse without penalty. This rule could lead to some very unconventional shots!.