Lucas Glover explains real reason he took off his shoes during PGA Tour event - Golfmagic

What the report says

Golfmagic.com reported that Lucas Glover has explained why he removed his shoes during the final round of the PGA Tour’s 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Minnesota, after the moment prompted speculation online. The former U.S. Open champion made a birdie putt of about nine feet on the 10th hole, then took off his footwear before picking the ball from the cup.

According to Golfmagic, some viewers initially read the gesture as a possible protest against AimPoint, the green-reading method used by a number of tour players, including Glover’s playing partner Max Greyserman. Glover has previously criticized the technique, particularly when players step near or across putting lines while assessing slope, and he has argued it can contribute to slow play.

Glover later responded on Instagram to the FlushingIt account, saying the incident was not aimed at Greyserman or AimPoint. Golfmagic reported that Glover said he was “just goofing off” because the group behind had accused him specifically of leaving spike marks, while he noted that another player ahead was also wearing metal spikes.

The episode drew attention because AimPoint remains a divisive topic in professional golf. The method involves using the feet to feel green slope and a finger-based visual reference to judge break. Golfmagic noted that Glover has softened some earlier comments, saying players are trying to get the ball in the hole efficiently, but that pace and respect for competitors’ lines remain concerns for him.