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Glover Walks in Socks, Sparks Spike Controversy at 3M Open

7/29/2026

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Lucas Glover removed shoes and walked in socks to retrieve his ball at the 3M Open.
An official said his spikes left marks on greens while Glover said the act was not an AimPoint protest.
He noted players use spikes on greens and said controversy shifted focus from rookie Jackson Koivun, who beat Scottie Scheffler.
He finished 57th at 5 under and will play in the Rocket Classic in Detroit.

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Lucas Glover removed shoes and walked in socks to retrieve his ball at the 3M Open.
An official said his spikes left marks on greens while Glover said the act was not an AimPoint protest.
He noted players use spikes on greens and said controversy shifted focus from rookie Jackson Koivun, who beat Scottie Scheffler.
He finished 57th at 5 under and will play in the Rocket Classic in Detroit.