Golf 's governing bodies ban use of anchored putters from start of 2016 . The United States Golf Association ( USGA ) and the R & A on Tuesday ratified the decision by changing golf 's rulebook , despite formal complaints from the U.S. PGA Tour and the PGA of America . Adam Scott used such a club to win the 2013 Masters , continuing a trend . USGA and R & A say anchored putters are not in traditional understanding of golf swing . Comment:
Golf 's governing bodies ban use of anchored putters from start of 2016 . Adam Scott used such a club to win the 2013 Masters , continuing a trend . USGA and R & A say anchored putters are not in traditional understanding of golf swing . Comment: