Ted Scott’s Earnings Soar with Scheffler’s Third Win in a Month
Scottie Scheffler, the world’s No. 1 golfer, has been unstoppable in 2025, clinching his third victory in just one month at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson in May. This remarkable streak has not only solidified Scheffler’s dominance but also brought significant financial rewards for his caddie, Ted Scott. With Scheffler’s meteoric rise, Scott’s earnings have reached unprecedented heights, making him one of the highest-paid caddies in PGA Tour history.
Scheffler’s latest triumph at the CJ Cup Byron Nelson added another substantial paycheck to his already impressive 2025 earnings. Following a hand injury that delayed the start of his season, Scheffler has roared back, amassing over $10 million in prize money this year alone. According to industry standards, caddies typically earn 10% of a player’s winnings for a victory, 7% for a top-10 finish, and 5% for making the cut. Based on this structure, Scott is estimated to have earned over $508,000 in bonuses from Scheffler’s three wins in 2025, including the CJ Cup Byron Nelson, with total earnings potentially exceeding $5.2 million from their partnership since 2021.
Scott, a veteran caddie who previously worked with Bubba Watson for 15 years, joined Scheffler in late 2021 after Watson encouraged him to find a younger player to guide. This decision has proven to be a masterstroke. Since teaming up, the duo has celebrated 16 titles, including two Masters victories (2022 and 2024) and the 2025 PGA Championship. Scott’s experience and rapport with Scheffler, built on shared values and a mutual faith, have been instrumental in their success. Scheffler’s trust in Scott extends beyond the course, with the golfer admitting he relies on an assistant to handle Scott’s payments, jokingly calling himself “a child” for his lack of financial oversight.
The financial windfall for Scott is staggering. In 2024 alone, Scheffler’s nine wins, including the Masters, The Players Championship, and the FedEx Cup, pushed his earnings to $55.2 million. Scott’s share, based on the standard 10-7-5 payout structure, was approximately $5.4 million, outpacing the earnings of many PGA Tour players like Justin Thomas and Viktor Hovland. With Scheffler’s continued dominance in 2025, Scott is on track to break his own caddie earnings record, potentially nearing $3 million by the season’s end if Scheffler maintains his winning form.
Beyond the numbers, Scott’s role is invaluable. His strategic insights and calming presence have helped Scheffler navigate high-pressure situations, as seen in the recent CJ Cup Byron Nelson victory. As Scheffler eyes more titles, including a potential FedEx Cup repeat, Scott’s bank balance is set to grow further. For now, the caddie who once considered retirement is living a dream season, reaping the rewards of backing golf’s brightest star.
