Do caddies wear bibs?
The genesis of the caddies' grievance stems from the bibs they wear during rounds and the contractual relationship between caddies, golfers and the Tour. Caddies are employed by golfers as independent contractors.
Why do the caddies have 2 names on their back?
One name is their player, and the other name is a local healthcare worker that the tour is honouring. Caddies will continue to wear the names of key health workers on their bibs for the next two events at the RBC Heritage next week and the Travelers Championship the following week.
What is caddy short for?
Diminutive of Caroline, French.
Does the caddy get a green jacket?
Do Masters-winning caddies get a Green Jacket just as Masters-winning players do? Well no, but they do get their own sartorial award as a commemoration. Like many of the traditions of Augusta National, the Green Jacket is greatly revered.