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Golf Handicap Calculator

Calculate your golf handicap differential based on score, Course Rating, and Slope Rating using the WHS formula.

Sources: R&A / USGA -- World Handicap System · USGA -- Handicap System

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How the Golf Handicap Calculator Works

The handicap in golf is a system that allows players of different skill levels to compete fairly. This calculator uses the World Handicap System (WHS) formula, the worldwide standard introduced in 2020 by R&A and USGA.

The Handicap Differential Formula

Handicap Differential = (Score - Course Rating) x 113 / Slope Rating

Where:

  • Score: actual strokes played (gross)
  • Course Rating: course difficulty for a scratch player
  • Slope Rating: relative difficulty for an average player (standard: 113)
  • 113: normalization constant (standard Slope Rating)

What Is the Net Score

Net Score = Gross Score - Handicap Differential

The net score allows comparing performances of players with different handicaps in the same event.

The WHS System

The World Handicap System calculates a player's Handicap Index from the average of the best 8 handicap differentials from the last 20 rounds played.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is the handicap differential calculated?▼
The handicap differential is calculated with the WHS formula: (Score - Course Rating) x 113 / Slope Rating. It represents the player's performance normalized to course difficulty. The value 113 is the standard reference Slope Rating.
What is Course Rating?▼
Course Rating is a value expressing course difficulty for a scratch (0 handicap) player. It is calculated by the national federation considering length, hazards, wind, and other factors. A Course Rating of 72 indicates an average difficulty course.
What is Slope Rating?▼
Slope Rating measures relative course difficulty for a bogey golfer (average player) compared to a scratch player. It ranges from 55 (very easy) to 155 (very difficult). The standard reference value is 113.