You step up to the tee, take a confident swing, and… miss the ball entirely. It’s a frustrating moment every golfer dreads: the air shot.
While it might feel like an embarrassing mistake, it’s a common occurrence even among seasoned players. But did you know that an air shot is officially counted as a stroke?
Understanding the rules around air shots can help you keep your score accurate and avoid confusion on the course. An air shot, defined as an attempt to hit the ball that misses completely, counts as one stroke whether you’re on the tee or elsewhere.