Alright, so I was watching some golf highlights the other day, and it got me thinking – how much does Tiger Woods’ caddy actually make? I mean, these guys are carrying the bags, reading the greens, and basically acting as a second brain for the pros. They gotta be raking it in, right?
So, I started digging. My first stop? Good ol’ Google. I typed in “Tiger Woods caddy salary” and a bunch of articles popped up. I scrolled through a few, and it seemed like there wasn’t a single, straightforward answer. It’s not like they have a fixed yearly salary posted online.
I learned that caddies usually get a base salary, which, from what I gathered, can vary quite a bit. It’s probably enough to cover their travel and expenses, but it’s not the main part of their income.
Then, I found out about the percentages. This is where things get interesting. Apparently, caddies typically get a cut of the player’s winnings. I saw numbers ranging from 5% to 10%, depending on how the player finishes. So, if the player wins, the caddy gets a bigger chunk, and if the player places lower, it’s a smaller percentage.
Now, thinking about Tiger Woods and his HUGE wins over the years, I realized his caddy, Joe LaCava, must have made some serious bank. I found some older articles estimating LaCava’s earnings, and it was in the millions! Millions! For carrying a bag and giving advice! Well, okay, it’s a LOT more than just that, but still, wow.
Putting It All Together
Here’s the basic deal I figured out:
- Base Salary: Enough to get by, but not the main source of income.
- Percentage of Winnings: This is where the big bucks are. Usually 5-10% of whatever the golfer wins.
- Bonuses:Maybe extra for big wins.
So, “how much is Tiger Woods’ caddy worth?” It’s not an easy number to pin down, It’s a combination of a base salary, a percentage of Tiger’s winnings (which have been massive), and probably some hefty bonuses. I figured all that.
All I can say is, Joe LaCava’s doing pretty alright for himself!
