He doesnt have the flag from his first win in 1980 nor does he have many of his other victories. There was about 80 of us in the room and 2,000 people had come to watch. Koepka and Elliot took their partnership to a whole new level at the AT&T Byron Nelson tournament in May of 2017. Elliott is one of the few, as he grew up playing and learning the sport at Royal Portrush. He then worked at National Club Golfer and Lady Golfer where he was the deputy editor and he has interviewed many of the leading names in the game, both male and female, ghosted columns for the likes of Robert Rock, Charley Hull and Dame Laura Davies, as well as playing the vast majority of our Top 100 GB&I courses. So whenever I go back working for him again Im going to start thinking so what would I hit? and then take two clubs off of it. In 2013 Elliot was in between gigs in Europe, having spent the past few years working for Maarten Lafeber and Ben Curtis. "I've played there a lot growing up but Brooks hits the ball differently than the lines I hit it on," said Elliott, who is good friends with another Portrush native, former US Open champion Graeme McDowell. I started really enjoying it again, just to be able to go and hang out with a few lads for three or four hours and play a game that you ultimately love, Elliott said. Mungo Park may have started it in 1903 in Prestwick. Brooks said his usual looper Ricky Elliott was home preparing for a trip to see his parents in Northern Ireland, but he was complimentary of the job his kid brother did. There was just something about him. Elliotts been playing with some buddies who work for different airlines who are also temporarily out of work due to the pandemic. On the LPGA, its closer to $1,200. He is only a stroke behind the current leader, Brian Harman. After finishing second to Tiger Woods in the Masters last month, Koepka then led from start to finish at Bethpage despite a late wobble. According to Golfweek, caddies make between $1,800 to $2,000 in weekly salary during tournaments. Proceeding onward to his Wiki bio, he doesnt have one right now. Primary Navigation - Desktop (Horizontal). I was so jacked up at the time, I said, Ill tell you what, if you can get it from me, you can have it., Justin Thomas and his caddie Jim Bones Mackay share a laugh before the trophy ceremony in the aftermath of Thomass victory at the 2022 PGA Championship. Harold Varner III jumped two places to World No.49 despite not earning world ranking points at the weekend, Sebastian Munoz and Richard Bland are the latest LIV Golf players to fall outside the top 100 of the world rankings. If he's found guilty of the charges, he could face up to 20 years in prison. Thats why it can be jarring to see an unfamiliar figure toting the bag of a top player. (Michael Madrid-USA TODAY Sports). Stick it in the middle of the room, he says with a laugh. He knows pretty much what the winds playing and it would be like if he was playing, just probably a little different clubs. That last bit was a subtle dig. Visit our corporate site. He had started working as a caddie for Lafeber, a Dutchmen, in 2008, and had started making a name for himself. After Edwards, Nick DePaul, who caddied for Seve Ballesteros from 1982 to 87, claimed flags from the 1983 Masters and 1984 British Open. Atthat time Tiger was winning six to seven tournaments a year. Its probably a bit of good timing and good fortune. The most qualified fill-in for Thursdays opening round was Xander Schauffeles caddie Joe Greiner. Start with some of the old-timers on the theory that if anyone knows, its going to be one of the crusty veterans who has seen it all. After attending the University of Toledo on a golf scholarship, Elliott tried to make it as a professional before accepting an assistant professional's post at Lake Nona in Orlando. Golf Monthly is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. I dont think he particularly enjoyed doing it. New Zealands Sam Pinfold made off with both a Players Championship and British Open flag this year working for Aussie Cameron Smith. Powered by. I honestly dont know, he says. Pictured: Brooks Koepka talks with his caddie Ricky Elliott at the 2019 PGA Championship. That makes his ethnicity Irish. Please review our privacy policy here: https://heavy.com/privacy-policy/, Copyright 2023 Heavy, Inc. All rights reserved. You can follow him on Twitter @JohnstonGarrett. Elliot walks with Matthew Fitzpatrick and Rory McIlroy at the 2014 Masters (Getty). Elliot probably wouldnt have imagined that teaming up with an American golfer would have put him on the opposite side of the course as his European brothers at some point, but thats exactly what happened in 2016. Jim Bones Mackay was on the bag for his sixth major at the PGA Championship in May, but this flag likely means the most to him and will get top-shelf status. Williams displayed his flags, which include 13 majors alongside Tiger Woods, on the ceiling of his man cave. Its easier to sleep, Elliott laughs. Elliot and Koepka are one of golfs odd couples. I didnt get the flag, but I got the cup.. (Steve Schaefer/AFP via Getty Images), Tiger Woods talks with caddie Steve Williams during a practice round prior to the 2009 World Golf Championships-Accenture Match Play Championship. Elliot and Koepka at the 2016 Ryder Cup (Getty). No where was this more apparent than at The Masters in 2014. The standard hes found with his iron game these days isnt, understandably, at the level of his boss, but whos really keeping track? (Adam Schupak/Golfweek). Hes not a very demanding guy on or off the golf course. ), Max Homa defends PGA Tour changes in epic press conference rant, 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational: How to watch, TV schedule, streaming, tee times, Meet the new GOLF Top 100 Teachers of America, Rory McIlroy reveals how Tiger Woods influenced recent driver switch, Arnold Palmer Invitational presented by Mastercard. Mark has worked in golf for over 20 years having started off his journalistic life at thePress Association and BBC Sport before moving to Sky Sports where he became their golf editor on skysports.com. Tom Watson hugs his caddie, Bruce Edwards, after his final round, 18th hole birdie and victory in The Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village Golf Club in Dublin, Ohio. Brooks Koepka celebrates with caddie Ricky Elliott on the 18th green at Shinnecock Hills. Northern Irishman Ricky Elliott has been Brooks Koepka's bagman during all four of his Major wins. Obviously were social distancing and taking the whole thing seriously, its just good for the mind to get out there with a little fresh air, Elliott said. A win there by Koepka, Elliott promises, would usher in the mother of all celebrations. Whereas the Majors are played at tougher courses, with a lot more players there, and maybe you play safer than you do in the Tour events. Brooks Koepka's Caddie, Ricky Elliott, Estimated Salary When looking back at the 2018 season for Koepka, it was an impressive run which featured victories at both the U.S. Open and PGA. He finally got there as a caddie, which is not unusual . Have known Ricky since he landed in Toledo to play college golf. Just a few holes into the year in Hawaii, a wrist injury benched his man for three months. I was so jacked up, LaCava recalls. When I won my first tournament in 1970, I didnt even think about that, says Bender, who then told a story that makes it sound as if the flag alreadywas the caddies prize at least as far back as the mid-1980s. Share Tweet Pin Email As longtime caddie Steve Hulka put it, Stevie couldve madea helluva quilt out of them. In an email correspondence, Williams claimed 151 worldwide wins and 120 victory flags in his collection. The PGA Tour isn't helping Bryson with its new vow to boot spectators. Required fields are marked *. So many interviews, so many stories but little in the way of a lead let alone a definitive answer on how this became a thing. Following Koepkas second US Open victory, in an interview he gave to ESPN, he said of Koepka: He's just a real strong mental guy, he's unflappable. Brooks Koepka and caddie Ricky Elliott on the third green during the second round of the 2017 U.S. Open (Getty). Getty Images Brooks Koepka is a four-time major champion and the No. Former caddie Fanny Sunneson says Nick Faldo used to claim the flag at his major wins, too. Since the start of caddying I havent really played much golf, Elliott says, so thats actually been one positive out of (this break) I actually started to get my golf game back in a little bit of shape which is really nice.. When the year wrapped up, Koepka had won $7,094,047 total while posting six top-10 finishes. His caddie, Ricky Elliott, has been there through it all. native joined GOLF in 2017 after two years scuffling on the mini-tours. I wouldnt want anybody else on my bag, I know that. And what exactly does he do with all these keepsakes? He got so many flags. For the most part, if golfers are able to consistently make cuts, itll be at least a decent weekly bonus for caddies. So if Elliotts rediscovering his passion for playing the game, how interested would he be in eventually getting his own caddie? Regardless, he is a hitched man with youngsters. Linn Strickler, aka The Growler for his distinctive voice, isnt sure who made it popular, either. He loves the pressure of it. Here are your options. He is nowa freelance, alsoworking for the PGA and Robert Rock. He didnt even own a set of clubs when he flew to Scotland. That night, I came back to the bleachers at 18 with Greg and his wife and I told Greg what happened. Elliott told his man to hit a 5-iron. Thats where Watson had a delicate chip in the final round from the rough left of the hourglass-shaped green. While, Ill tell you what, full-time caddies out here? Similarly, he is of white nationality. One truly great guy with even a better attitude. For Ricky Elliott, 2018 ended much as it began: going downhill fast. He is an alum of the University of Toledo in Ohio. When looking back at the 2018 season for Koepka, it was an impressive run which featured victories at both the U.S. Open and PGA Championship. One thing we do know is that a caddie will typically receive a salary and then pick up somewhere between five to 10 percent of a players winnings in each tournament, according to Golfweek. What will he do if he wins a fifth major someday? Ironically it was Greiner, the experienced caddie of the group, the who made the biggest rookie mistake of them all. Langer has won a remarkable 43 times on the PGA Tour Champions, and Holt grabbed the flag every time. Ive enjoyed having other people get joy from them rather than just collecting them.. He gets on with it. Is there anything hes particular about in a caddie? It has become the caddies trophy, as much of a ritual as players removing their hats and shaking hands after the round. His best guess on how the flags took off? Brooks said his usual looper Ricky Elliott was home preparing for a trip to see his parents in Northern Ireland, but he was complimentary of the job his kid brother did. Golfweek cites a story in Forbes which states that caddies would receive 10 percent if a player won the event, seven percent for a top-10 finish and five percent for anything lower. The Ulsterman was part of all four of Koepkas Major victories at the 2017 and 2018 US Open, and the PGA Championship wins in 2018 and 2019. These are brothers, after all. He doesnt talk down to me and say, well Im the best player in the world, now you can listen to me. He listens to everybody for advice, and then hell have his own take on it. England and Wales company registration number 2008885. He plays at Moortown with a handicap of 6. July 16, 2019 at 7:47 AM. Koepka has said that there would be nothing cooler than winning the Claret Jug with Elliott on his bag. Obviously his Major record is unbelievable and his other record isnt, but he aint messing around at regular events. . It was worrying. At the end of the day he was content. The former junior and amateur standout player from Portrush, Northern Ireland won four titles in his younger days before getting into caddying these past 15 years. She has 17 flags, but primarily collected caddie bibs, tickets and yardage books, which are stored in boxes at home. But Cowan made a point to keep flags from wins alongside Jim Furyk at the 2010 Tour Championship and 2003 U.S. Open that one, however, isnt from 18. Then theres Tyrrell Hatton, who was first off on Thursday and put his looper to a speed test by zipping through his round in just 3.5 hours. I wasnt great, Elliott said with a laugh. https://golfweek.usatoday.com/2018/12/13/19th-hole-behind-brooks-caddie-ricky-elliott-reveals-secrets-to-koepkas-success/, Mexico, Caribbean, Atlantic islands, Central America, Top 50 Classic Courses in Great Britain & Ireland, Top 50 Modern Courses in Great Britain & Ireland, New Rules of Golf: 15 things you need to know for 2019, Major mentality: Brooks Koepka sits atop golf world with chip on shoulder, The Forecaddie: Expect Rory McIlroy to remain fixture on European Tour, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. What's more, to ensure the Covid doesn't get communicated to other people, Koeka has pulled out from the Travelers Championship. It is a mystery. Going beyond that, Golfweek explained that most caddies cover their own travel expenses, as they typically arent factored into pay. Brooks picked a winner & very loyal & truthful man to be by his side. World No. Mackay was Phil Mickelsons caddie for 25 years before their split. His original caddie, Lorne Duncan, was unable to participate in the prestigious tournament because his choice of footwear (sandals that he wore for medical reasons) were not allowed. (Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports). But its fun.. Koepka is now a LIV Golf player, of course, and the American has enjoyed a profitable time so far on the new circuit, winning the event in Jeddah in October 2022 to claim the $4 first prize. In 1995, Pavin won the U.S. Openat Shinnecock and Schwarz got hisflag. I dont know who started this every week stuff. It was a long period of not knowing if youre going to have a job. (Former PGA Tour rules officials) Slugger White would probably slap a fine on you if he saw you taking one, says The Growler, who started caddyingin 1973 after he got out of the service. In October, Elliott got his first taste of tournament pressure since his days playing the mini tours when Koepka brought him as a playing partner to the Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in St. Andrews. Matt Fitzpatrick, an up and coming U.S. amateur champion from Sheffield, England, was set to make his Masters debut when he suddenly found himself in need of a new caddie. The Saudi project is piloted by a man with more hot air than the Hindenburg, and seems destined for the same fate. 1 player in the world. What transpired between Hawaii and Colorado was, of course, a career season for Koepka: a successful U.S. Open defense, victory at the PGA Championship and ascending to World No. Matt Cradock. Lake Nona resident and caddie Ricky Elliott feels lucky to have been able to play golf the last few weeks during this COVID-19 pandemic. In fact, Ive started giving them away, he says. Loves tour golf, both men and women and heremains the long-standing owner of an horrific short game. It was 220 yards to the middle of the green. The former junior and amateur standout player from Portrush, Northern Ireland won four titles in his younger days before getting into caddying these past 15 years. He didnt have a choice, I have news for you, LaCava said before breaking into a story about what happened after he walked off the 18th green with the flag and pole in 1992. Whats more, he has an aggregate of 7,751 devotees on his Instagram account as of now. The Open 2019: With each passing major, Brooks Koepka looking more like Tiger Woods, The Open 2019: 5 things to know about Brooks Koepkas caddie Ricky Elliott, The PGA Tour has created a hierarchy. 16th Jul 2019, 7:13pm Brooks Koepka and his caddy Ricky Elliott during a practice round at Royal Portrush. US Open 2017: Tiebreaker Rules & Playoff Format. Whoever started it, Im grateful for it.. As detailed in Alan Shipnucks unauthorized biographyof Mickelson, Phil: The Rip-Roaring (and unauthorized) Biography of Golf s Most Colorful Superstar, Mackay understood and respected that gesture, but 19 more Tour victories would follow, including four majors, and he never got to keep a single flag., During the week of the WM Phoenix Open, Bones hosted a dinner party for players and caddies at his home and without fail he would be asked, Where are the flags?, Thats a giant f you to a caddie, says someone described as very close to Mackay in the Mickelson biography. Of course, in his typical self-deprecating humor he quipped, Eight percent of nothing is not very much.. Im like, Happy days. I was still in Europe, but you know what its like when you see a good player. Not that hed ever have sold it, but I bet he couldve retired on that.. Elliott was on the bag for Dutchman Maarten Lafeber and 2003 Open Champion Ben Curtis before starting work with Koepka in 2013. BA1 1UA. Would love your thoughts, please comment. Phil Mickelson, for one, had a tradition where he gave his winning flag from 18 notto Bones, his caddie of 25 years until their breakup in 2017, but rather to his grandfather, Al Santos, one of the original Pebble Beach caddies, who hung them on his kitchen wall. In those days, Holt says. Koepka was ranked number 22 in the world and had been invited to be a part of the American team for the 2016 Ryder Cup. He doesnt think he has it all. His usual caddie Mick Donaghy recently bought a home is Leicester and opted out of the weeks action, which meant he got the chance to bring in a buddy for the job. "Ricky Elliott, who caddies for Brooks Koepka, was a guy I looked up to when I was about 12 or 13 because he was pretty much the best junior player here in Portrush," McDowell said. Schauffele made bogey at No. His estimated net worth as of 2020 is still under review. 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