Also known as: whs.
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World Handicap System (WHS) is a globally recognized system designed to standardize handicap calculations across different golf associations, ensuring fair competition among golfers of all skill levels. Developed by the R&A and USGA, WHS allows players to carry a consistent handicap that adjusts based on their performance, course difficulty, and playing conditions, regardless of where they play.
The WHS uses a formula that incorporates a golfer’s best recent scores, course rating, slope rating, and a maximum score limit to calculate an accurate handicap index. This system ensures that players compete on an equitable basis, promoting inclusivity and allowing golfers to play fairly against opponents with different skill levels. WHS also accounts for weather and course setup, making it one of the most adaptive handicap models ever implemented.
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