Okay, so I got curious about how much PGA caddies actually make. I mean, you see them on TV all the time, lugging those huge bags around, giving advice, and basically being a golfer’s right-hand man. But what’s in it for them, money-wise?
So, I started digging. First, I wanted the Basic.
Base Pay
From what I could gather, most caddies get a weekly salary, kind of like a regular job. This seems to vary A *’s not millions,more like a regular person’s salary.
The Real Money: Percentages
This is where things get interesting. Caddies usually get a cut of the golfer’s winnings. And it’s not some tiny slice of the pie, it’s a proper percentage! What I learned online.
- If the golfer makes the cut (meaning they play well enough to continue in the tournament):The caddie usually gets around 5% to7% of the winnings.
- If the golfer finishes in the top 10: That percentage bumps up, maybe to like 8% of the prize money.
- If the golfer WINS:Boom! The caddie can get 10% . For a major tournament, that could be a HUGE amount of money.
For Example,if win $100 million,maybe the caddie could earn $10 million.
Other Factors I Found
It’s not just about percentages. There are a few other things that can affect a caddie’s earnings:
- The Golfer’s Status: A caddie for a top-ranked golfer is obviously going to make more than someone working for a newcomer. It’s all about reputation and experience, I guess.
- Bonuses: Sometimes, golfers might give their caddies extra bonuses for a particularly good performance or a major win. It’s like a “thank you” for all their hard work.
- Expenses: I also found out that caddies often have to cover their own travel expenses, like flights and hotels. So, that eats into their earnings a bit.
I learned that caddying on the PGA Tour can be a pretty lucrative gig, especially if you’re working with a successful golfer. It’s definitely not a “get rich quick” scheme, and there’s a lot of hard work involved, but the potential for some serious earnings is there.
