In a recent episode of her "Playing a Round" podcast, Paige Spiranac, a prominent figure in the golf community, expressed strong opposition to the arm-lock putting technique, urging for its ban in professional tournaments. The arm-lock method involves anchoring the putter against the forearm, a practice Spiranac believes offers players an unfair edge by stabilizing the stroke and reducing variability.

Spiranac's critique centers on the notion that anchoring the putter to the body contradicts the spirit of the game, which traditionally emphasizes free-swinging strokes. She argues that while the technique is currently within the rules, it manipulates the intended mechanics of putting, potentially diminishing the skill required in this aspect of the game.

The arm-lock style gained prominence after the 2016 ban on anchored putting, which prohibited players from using their bodies as a stable point for the club. However, the arm-lock method remained legal, leading to its adoption by several professionals seeking consistency on the greens. Notable players, including major champions like Webb Simpson and Bryson DeChambeau, have employed this technique with considerable success, further fueling the debate.

Supporters of the arm-lock method assert that it falls within the current rules and provides an alternative for players struggling with traditional putting forms