{"id":233,"date":"2022-09-09T18:12:32","date_gmt":"2022-09-09T10:12:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sgsm.com.my\/prod\/world-handicapping-system\/"},"modified":"2026-10-27T16:22:11","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T08:22:11","slug":"world-handicapping-system","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sgsm.com.my\/prod\/world-handicapping-system\/","title":{"rendered":"WORLD HANDICAPPING SYSTEM"},"content":{"rendered":"
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MGA WORLD
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FAQs
World Handicap System (WHS)\n <\/h2>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n
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\n Why Do I Need a WHS Handicap?
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A valid World Handicap System (WHS) Handicap Index is required by many golf clubs and official tournaments as part of their registration requirements. Without a valid handicap, you may be unable to participate in certain tournaments or enjoy handicap-based games with other golfers.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n

\n How Do I Apply for a WHS Handicap?
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The Senior Golfers Society of Malaysia (SGSM) is an official agent for the Malaysian Golf Association (MGA) WHS. Through SGSM, golfers can apply for a WHS Handicap Index, including those who are not members of any golf club in Malaysia. The service is open to all golfers. To obtain an application form, please contact SGSM during office hours:<\/p>\n