For professional golfers, caddies are something more than just the people who carry their equipment around.

Nowadays many players refer to their assistants as part of their team, as the majority of them have experience playing high-level golf.

What does a caddy do?

Caddies are usually the ones who are in charge of raking bunkers, fixing divots and ball marks, as well as replacing flagsticks. They clean the players clubs and golf balls, but they also keep grips dry.

However, they do offer many more things than just equipment maintenance, as they are the only people golfers can turn to if they need something during a tournament.

One of the most famous caddies, is Scottie Scheffler's assistant Ted Scott. Having previously caddied for Bubba Watson for as many as 15 years, Scott parted ways with him back in 2021.

Scheffler and Scott attended bible study together and collaborated when the former partnered Watson in the Zurich Classic of New Orleans.

"After 15 incredible years together, Teddy and I have decided to end our on-course partnership," Watson said at the time.

"We recently came to the decision after some deep talks, not only about golf but life. When we met I don't think we ever imagined how much we would experience together.

"Teddy deserves more credit than anyone can imagine for our success on the golf course, but I am just as grateful for his friendship and the way he has helped me grow as a person."

Who is the highest paid caddy in golf?

Caddies for professional players could make up to $3,000 per tournament, but they also receive a percentage of the player's winnings.

As of 2020, the highest paid caddy in golf was Justin Thomas' assistant Jimmy Johnson, who reportedly received as many as $502,851 on that year.

However, according to reports there is no paddy currently earning more money than Scott, whose salary is set at $135,000 and his share of earnings in 2023 is estimated at $843,600.