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Koivun Beats Scheffler, Wins First PGA Title; Glover Shoes Off

7/28/2026

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Lucas Glover removed his shoes after a birdie putt because an official warned him about spike marks.
He said the incident shifted attention from rookie Jackson Koivun’s victory.
Koivun beat world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler with a closing 5-under 66 for a record 25-under 259, earning his first PGA Tour title.
Glover finished tied for 57th at 5-under and will play the Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club with metal spikes.

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Lucas Glover removed his shoes after a birdie putt because an official warned him about spike marks.
He said the incident shifted attention from rookie Jackson Koivun’s victory.
Koivun beat world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler with a closing 5-under 66 for a record 25-under 259, earning his first PGA Tour title.
Glover finished tied for 57th at 5-under and will play the Rocket Classic at Detroit Golf Club with metal spikes.