FAQ Category: Score

How is a golf round score calculated?

The way a golf score is calculated depends on the format of play (stroke play or match play) and the scoring format (Stableford, Par/bogey, etc.). A round score is always based on the number of strokes played, but each format has its own method of calculation. The scoring methods for different formats are explained in
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How is a Score Differential calculated?

The Score Differential is calculated using a simple formula: (Adjusted_Gross_Score – Course_Rating) × (113 / Slope_Rating) . The final result is rounded to one decimal place. More details on this topic, along with a ready-to-use calculator, can be found in the Score Differential section.
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What is a Net Double Bogey?

A Net Double Bogey is the maximum score on a hole that is used when calculating the Adjusted Gross Score. The term double bogey itself means two strokes over par for a hole — for example, 6 on a par-4 or 5 on a par-3. To calculate a Net Double Bogey, you add to the
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How are fractions rounded in golf?

In golf calculations, fractions are always rounded using the rule that “.5 rounds up.” That means:  1.500     —> 2  1.4999   —> 1  1.250     —> 1.3  1.2499   —> 1.2 However, it’s important to remember that “up” means toward the higher value, not away from zero. For negative numbers, this means:  -1.250   —>
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How is the expected score for the second nine calculated for a 9-hole round?

The expected score on the second nine for a 9-hole round is necessary to calculate the 18-hole Score Differential for that round. The method for calculating the Score Differential is outlined in Rule 5.1 of the Rules of Handicapping. Unfortunately, neither the R&A nor the USGA publishes a formula for calculating the expected score. Those
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