R&A announce new code of conduct for Open
Fans at next week's Open are being asked to abide by a new code of conduct brought in by the R&A.
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"I heard some fairly choice words when I was leading the tournament in Ireland."
— Scottie Scheffler , Athlete
"The Open Commitment isn't about changing what makes The Open so special, it is about maintaining its long-standing traditions."
— Mark Darbon , Executive
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Fans at next week's Open are being asked to abide by a new code of conduct brought in by the R&A.
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