Chase the Ace by Flagstick Events — skill hole-in-one competition

Skill Contest Rules

Version 2.3 · Last updated 6 August 2026

Chase the Ace is structured and operated as a skill competition. This page explains how skill — not chance — determines who wins.

Skill determines the outcome

The sole question that decides any prize is whether an eligible entrant holes their tee shot on the designated competition hole in a single stroke, from the designated tee, in compliance with the Rules of Golf. The Promoter does not draw, randomise, ballot or otherwise introduce chance into who wins. Prizes are not allocated between entrants: every verified hole-in-one is paid the full advertised prize independently, and one entrant's result never affects another's. The only limit is an anti-abuse cap of one prize per entrant in any rolling 7-day period, assessed against that entrant's own history alone.

Recognised golfing skills assessed

• Accurate club selection for distance, wind and elevation.
• Swing mechanics — stance, posture, takeaway, transition, impact.
• Ball-flight control — trajectory, spin, shape of shot.
• Distance judgement and yardage management.
• Green and pin reading — slope, firmness, target line.
• Course management and shot selection under pressure.

These are the same skills assessed by the R&A handicap framework and by recognised PGA coaching bodies.

No element of chance

• No raffle, draw, sweepstake, lottery, ballot or randomisation mechanic.
• No accumulating or player-funded prize pool, and no rollover. Prizes are fixed, insured and fully funded before the competition opens.
• No first-past-the-post allocation — every verified hole-in-one is paid in full, independently.
• No pari-mutuel pooling of entry fees as the prize.
• No betting, odds or wagering mechanic on outcomes.

Rules of Golf compliance

• Shots must be played in accordance with the R&A Rules of Golf in force at the time.
• Only the first ball struck on the competition hole counts toward the prize.
• Mulligans, re-tees, drops and practice strokes are excluded.
• The attempt must occur during a legitimate official round at the partner club.

Independent verification

All attempts are recorded on multiple on-course cameras. Independent review confirms the shot before any prize is paid. See the Prize Verification Policy.

Legal framing

Chase the Ace operates as a prize competition that depends on the exercise of skill, judgement or knowledge by the entrant within the meaning of section 14(5) of the Gambling Act 2005. It is not a gambling product, lottery or sweepstake.