Handicap Formula

The soft cap and hard cap limit how fast your handicap can rise, and an exceptional score lowers it. See how each works, with worked examples.

A handicap allowance sets how many of your handicap strokes count in each format. See the recommended percentages for scrambles, four-ball and match play.

Confused why some scores count toward your handicap and others don’t? This guide explains the reasons with a real 82 vs 83 example.

Calculate your golf handicap by averaging the best 10 of your last 20 scores, adjusting for course rating and slope. Learn how with this step-by-step guide.