Question:

The thirds have taken out a bowl which was obstructing a measure when a skip realises that he still has a bowl to play. May he play the bowl?

Answer:

No. The process of deciding the number of shots has started, a player who has failed to play a bowl will lose the right to play the bowl Law 29.4.1

 

Question:

If a player forgets or neglects to play a bowl in pairs or fours under what conditions does the player forfeit the right to play the bowl? Give two instances.

Answer:

1. If the result of the head has been agreed or the process of deciding shot has started.

2. If a bowl has been delivered by each team before the mistake is discovered. Laws 29.4.1 & 29.4.2