Scottie Scheffler’s Caddie Laughs to the Bank Amid Record Earnings
Scottie Scheffler’s Caddie Laughs to the Bank Amid Record Earnings
Ted Scott, the caddie for PGA Tour star Scottie Scheffler, has had a remarkably lucrative year. Since teaming up with Scheffler in early 2022, Scott has seen a significant boost in his income, particularly in the last six months.
Scheffler, now 28, has had an exceptional 2024, clinching six tournament victories including a prestigious win at The Masters in April. These wins have earned him an astounding $23.3 million (£18.4 million) in prize money. Additionally, he has amassed another $4.3 million (£3.4 million) from various other events, bringing his total earnings for the year to a staggering $27.6 million (£21.7 million).
This financial windfall for Scheffler translates to substantial earnings for his caddie, Ted Scott. Though the specifics of their agreement are confidential, it is common practice for caddies to earn 10% of the prize money for a win, 7% for a top-10 finish, and 5% for making the cut. Based on these typical terms, Scott, at 50 years old, has likely earned around $2.6 million (£2 million) this year. This puts him ahead of several prominent golfers including Jordan Spieth, Rickie Fowler, Justin Rose, and Adam Scott in terms of earnings.
Spieth has earned $2.5 million (£2 million) this year, while Adam Scott has banked $1.7 million (£1.3 million). Rose has accumulated $1.4 million (£1.1 million), and Fowler has earned $1.1 million (£875,000). In contrast, Scheffler’s earnings of $27.6 million (£21.7 million) have propelled him to fifth place on the PGA Tour’s all-time earnings list, with a total of $70.3 million (£55.3 million) in career prize money. His earnings from just the past six months alone would place him 72nd on the all-time list.
At the top of the all-time earnings list is golf legend Tiger Woods, with an unmatched $120 million (£95 million). Following him is Rory McIlroy with $90.1 million (£71 million). Jim Furyk and Vijay Singh are close behind with $71.5 million and $71.3 million respectively.
Ted Scott’s career as a caddie has been illustrious. Formerly the caddie for Bubba Watson, Scott guided Watson to two Masters victories in 2012 and 2014. He later teamed up with Scheffler, helping him secure his first major win at Augusta in 2022 and another Masters victory in 2024. These achievements place Scott second on the list of caddies with the most major wins. Only two caddies, Willie Peterson and William “Pappy” Stokes, have achieved more, each with five major wins.
While Ted Scott and Scottie Scheffler’s financial success is a testament to their skill and teamwork, the golf world has not been free from controversy. Recently, a PGA Tour commentator faced backlash for allegedly misrepresenting the innovations brought by LIV Golf, a rival league. This has sparked heated debates among fans and analysts about the future of golf and the credibility of the PGA Tour’s narrative.
Stay tuned as the golfing season continues to unfold, with more tournaments, potential victories, and ongoing discussions about the sport’s evolving landscape.
