re: Why do people cheat at Golf - Tuesday and Final Update

In money games, the rules must be established and overtly agreed to before the match. It saves time, arguments, and friendships. If you play it as it lies, a bump is a stroke.

You may be correct, though. Bumping can be habit forming, and he may do it occasionally without thinking. Having said that, I would be aghast if I had done so unconsciously and would want to be called out immediately, rather than after a round.

However, if he does this regularly and is not apologetic or embarrassed, it is a character flaw. You find out a lot about an individual’s character from the way he carries himself on the golf course. Money generally brings out the worst and best in people.