Harrington bellies up to anchored putter Thursday
Padraig Harrington, a proponent on the proposed ban of the anchored putting stroke, put a belly putter into play Thursday at the Wells Fargo Championship.
PGA president keeps firing away on long putters
PGA of America president Ted Bishop has been vocal about his opposition to the proposed rule that would ban the anchored stroke used for long putters. Royal & Ancient chief executive Peter Dawson last week referred to Bishop's public comments as a "campaign."
Don't expect USGA, R&A to blink on anchoring
When the USGA and R&A settle the anchoring debate, don't expect the decision to come down to a popularity contest. In fact, it's fair to anticipate the proposed ban taking effect.
Clark's zeal for anchoring helps sway Tour
Tim Clark broke his monthslong silence on the proposed ban on anchoring and shed light on the presentation he gave at a PGA Tour players' meeting Jan. 21 to preserve the stroke.
Ears ringing, USGA and R&A consider anchoring
Now that the 90-day comment period regarding the proposed anchoring ban is over, the U.S. Golf Association and the R&A – which received an earful from many of golf’s leaders – have a few things to consider. The game’s governing bodies released statements March 1, saying the comment period that ended Feb. 28 has been “very constructive.” Now, golfers worldwide – professional and amateur – are left to see what’s next.
European Tour officially supports R&A on ban
It's official – the European Tour is supporting the R&A's proposed ban on anchoring, according to a statement released March 4 by tour chief George O'Grady.
Ladies European Tour backs R&A anchoring ban
All three professional bodies in the British Isles have expressed support for the R&A's stance that anchoring a putting stroke should be banned.
Rude: No question USGA needs to re-think anchoring ban
Our Jeff Rude hopes that the USGA and R&A will listen to those dissenting corners and continue to allowing anchoring for the sake of the game’s enjoyment and growth.
Source: Euro Tour won't fight anchoring ban
The European Tour will not join forces with the PGA Tour and oppose the proposed anchoring ban suggested by the U.S. Golf Association and the R&A, according to a source who spoke on the condition of anonymity at the London-based tour.
Miceli: Showdown builds over anchored stroke
What started as a proposed rule change has intensified into a showdown between golf heavyweights: the USGA in one corner versus the PGA Tour and PGA of America in the other. The outcome remains in doubt as the USGA and R&A’s 90-day comment period expires Feb. 28.
CEO says British PGA will not resist ban
The British Professional Golfers’ Association will not resist the proposed ban on the anchoring stroke, chief executive Sandy Jones told Golfweek.
Potential ban damages sales of long, belly putters
As controversy continues to swirl around the proposed anchoring ban, its effect already is being felt in the marketplace: Sales of long and belly putters are way down.
Stricker opposes ban, points to growing game
Count Steve Stricker, one of the four players on the PGA Tour Policy Board, among what he says is a majority and growing number of Tour players who oppose the proposed ban on putter anchoring.
Course owners tell USGA not to oppose anchoring
In the statement addressed to USGA executive director Mike Davis and signed by NGCOA chief executive Michael Hughes, the association said it is uniting with the PGA against the proposed ban.
Sources: Player Advisory Council opposes ban
Opposition to the proposed ban on the anchored stroke surfaced Monday night in two key meetings on the PGA Tour.
Q&A: John Solheim, chairman & CEO of Ping
Golfweek's Adam Schupak sits down with the patriarch of Ping, John Solheim, who shares his thoughts on a wide range of topics, from the Solheim Cup to the proposed anchoring ban.
PGA Tour leans toward opposing ban
With the 90-day commenting period up on Feb. 28, the PGA Tour is preparing to take a stance on the proposed anchoring ban, and many believe that commissioner Tim Finchem is against the ban.
Finchem talks anchoring ban at Tour players meeting
PGA Tour commissioner Tim Finchem addressed the media Wednesday morning to discuss the previous night’s players meeting and the Tour’s reaction to the proposed anchoring ban.
Anchoring: Pettersson feels like a man on an island
Carl Pettersson thinks the PGA Tour players who use belly or long putters are in this fight by themselves. "If they didn't use a short putter, why would they care?"
2013 predictions: Tiger, McIlroy and anchoring
Will Tiger Woods finally win a major in 2013? Will Rory McIlroy increase his win total from 2012? Will anchoring be pushed through early? We tackle all three questions with our yearly predictions.
Video: Alex Miceli weighs in on anchoring proposal
Golfweek senior writer Alex Miceli offers his thoughts after Wednesday's press conference by the USGA and R&A.
Video: USGA, R&A explain proposed change
USGA, R&A explain proposed Rules change to prohibit anchored strokes.
