If the ball again does not stay on that spot, the player must replace the ball by placing it on the nearest spot where the ball will stay at rest, but with these limits depending on where the original spot is located:
- The spot must not be nearer the hole.
- Original Spot in General Area. The nearest spot must be in the general area.
- Original Spot in Bunker or Penalty Area. The nearest spot must be either in the same bunker or in the same penalty area.
- Original Spot on Putting Green. The nearest spot must be either on the putting green or in the general area.
Penalty for Playing Ball from a Wrong Place in Breach of Rule 14.2: General Penalty under Rule 14.7a.
See Rule 22.2 (in Foursomes, either partner may act for the side and action by the partner is treated as action of the player); 23.5 (in Four-Ball, either partner may act for the side and action by the partner concerning the player's ball or equipment is treated as action of the player).Click to view full USGA Explanation