Lucas Glover recently addressed speculation surrounding his decision to remove his shoes during the final round of the 3M Open in Minnesota. Contrary to commentators’ suggestions that it was a protest against the AimPoint putting technique, Glover clarified that the act was purely practical, aimed at preventing spike marks on the greens.

During the event, after making a 10-foot birdie putt on the par-four 10th hole, Glover took off his shoes to walk across the water's edge in his socks to retrieve his ball. This led to discussions among TV commentators about a potential protest against AimPoint, a technique criticized for slowing down play and damaging the greens.

In a post on Instagram, Glover stated:

My demonstration yesterday had nothing to do with AimPoint. I have no idea how anyone came to that conclusion.

• He explained that removing his shoes was the only way to avoid leaving marks around the hole, regardless of the type of spikes.

Since 2019, the United States Golf Association (USGA) and the R&A have permitted players to tap down spike marks to maintain the putting green's condition. Glover mentioned that an official approached him about complaints regarding spike marks made around the holes, noting that other players were wearing metal spikes as well.

He reflected on the discussions about spike marks among players, emphasizing that this was the first time he had been approached about his spikes since the new rules were implemented. Glover, who has six PGA Tour titles, including the 2009 U.S. Open, expressed his intention to continue wearing metal spikes without any plans to change, looking forward to competing again this week in Detroit.