International Golf Federation - Disputed Roles

Disputed Roles

The role of the International Golf Federation is slightly question as is not as all encompassing as other International Federations. The IGF is not

  • The overall governing and rule setting body for golf. That role is shared by the R&A and the United States Golf Association (USGA), whose chairmen are joint chairmen of the International Golf Federation.
  • The organising body of professional golf. This is the role of the various Professional Golfers Associations (PGAs) and professional golf tours.

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