The AimPoint technique (used by golfers to align their putts) is criticized by many in the golf community. This approach involves using a complex system to read greens and line up putts, but it has been accused of dragging the game. The debate about slow play in golf has gained momentum, with Masters Chairman Fred Ridley joining the chorus of critics. Ridley expressed his concerns, citing the importance of respecting other players’ time and the fans who support the game.
“Golf is a special game because it requires us to be considerate while also being competitive. Respecting other people’s time, including, importantly, the fans who support the game, is a fundamental courtesy”, he said in the Masters press conference. This sentiment was echoed by commentator Jim Nantz, who questioned the lengthy process of a young golfer using AimPoint to line up her putt, taking around two minutes to do so. Ridley pointed out that young players often look to their professional heroes for guidance on how to play the game, and they need to set a good example.
He praised Dottie Pepper for speaking out on the issue, saying, “I think it’s been very – a good thing that knowledgeable people such as Dottie Pepper have commented on this recently and I hope that — she made the point, which I alluded to in my comments, about respect for others, including most particularly the people who watch the game, the fans.” Ridley also mentioned that the PGA Tour is experimenting with new timing procedures to address the problem.
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