Several reports focus on whether Lucas Herbert’s caddie uses a distance-measuring device at The Open and whether that could create a breach of tournament rules. One outlet notes that rangefinders are generally not allowed in most professional golf events beyond specific contexts, even though similar technology is used within LIV Golf’s framework. Another report states that while such gadgets are permitted on the LIV Golf circuit, they remain restricted or banned in many other competitions. The combined coverage indicates the issue is not that distance-measuring devices are universally illegal, but that their legality depends on the governing competition’s regulations and what is permitted for use during play.
The reports characterize the likelihood of Herbert facing consequences as low, suggesting that the situation hinges on whether the device and its use conform to The Open’s rules at the time of play. Overall, the articles frame the discussion as a rules-and-compliance question tied to differing standards between LIV Golf and traditional major championships, rather than a definitive finding of misconduct.
