When Scottie Scheffler sealed his first Open Championship title at Royal Portrush, he wasn’t the only one cashing in. Right beside him, as always, was Ted Scott, his veteran caddie, strategist, and on-course psychologist, who walked away with a serious payday of his own.
From Bubba’s bag to major millions: Ted Scott’s lucrative ride
Scott’s journey from the mini-tours to the biggest stages in golf has been anything but ordinary. Most fans first spotted him on the bag for Bubba Watson, where he helped guide the unpredictable lefty to two Masters victories and ten PGA Tour wins. That run lasted 15 years before they parted ways. Scott considered coaching, even stepping back from the week-to-week grind. Then came a call from a rising star.
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Scheffler, still searching for the final piece to his puzzle, approached Scott in 2021. But it wasn’t a quick yes. According to fellow caddie Paul Tesori, Scott needed convincing. He made it clear to Scheffler that any partnership would require emotional growth and maturity on the course. Scheffler didn’t just agree, he followed through.
Since teaming up, they’ve been unstoppable. Two Masters titles, a PGA Championship, and now The Open. Together, they’ve created one of the most dominant player-caddie teams in golf today.
The numbers behind the victory
Scheffler’s win at the 2025 Open came with a $3.1 million prize. Under standard PGA Tour norms, caddies receive 10 percent for a win. That puts Ted Scott’s share at a cool $310,000 for one week’s work, although that figure might vary slightly depending on personal agreements.
That payout adds to what’s become a monster year for Scott. In 2024, Scheffler earned over $60 million on the course, and reports suggest Scott banked at least $5 million in caddie earnings alone. Those are unprecedented figures for someone carrying the bag.
Scott’s not just collecting checks. His influence on Scheffler’s rise has been noted by players and analysts alike. His playing experience, albeit short-lived on the mini-tours, gives him a sharp eye for course management, and his calm demeanor helps steady Scheffler in the pressure moments.
And pressure was everywhere at Portrush. Heading into Sunday, Scheffler held a four-shot lead, chased by Li Haotong, Matt Fitzpatrick, and Rory McIlroy. But with Scott by his side, Scheffler kept the mistakes to a minimum, just three bogeys all tournament, and a double bogey at 8 on Sunday, allowing him to walk off with the Claret Jug.
More Than a Sidekick
The third major title together cements Scott as one of the most successful modern caddies. Only a handful have seen the kind of wins he’s stacked with two different elite players. And as Netflix’s Full Swing has shown, Scott is as much a character as he is a professional, offering insights and emotion that go beyond golf strategy.
But all of it, the bags, the wins, the pressure, the long walks, is now adding up to something rarely seen in caddie circles: generational wealth. Ted Scott is doing more than keeping up. He’s cashing in. Big time!
And as long as Scheffler keeps stacking trophies, Scott will keep collecting massive paychecks, one win at a time.
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