Drop Zone

[Colin L]

I think the water hazard rules are fine if you can clearly see the ball go into the hazard. However I can think of quite a few course and holes where the water hazards are hidden or partly hidden and with deep rough or trees nearby. Then the rules are less satisfactory, as it may be impossible to know or be virtually certain that the ball has gone into the water.

You may think it unsatisfactory having to consider your ball is lost if has not been found in an area with deep rough or trees nearby, but the rule is clear enough.