Lucas Glover Goes Barefoot on Green | Wilmington News

Wilmington News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 27, 2026 · 1m

Former U.S. Open champ Lucas Glover stunned fans at the 3M Open by removing his shoes after sinking a birdie putt—yes, right on the green—to avoid leaving spike marks and show respect to players behind him. The PGA Tour had asked him to be mindful of his metal spikes, and Glover’s barefoot solution, though bizarre, was all about preserving the green. He clarified on Instagram that this was the first time in 23 years he’d received such a note, and that tapping down marks is now allowed—making his shoe removal both thoughtful and hilariously over-the-top. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a…