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sports1 year ago

"Justin Thomas and Caddie Jim 'Bones' Mackay Split Ahead of Masters"

Justin Thomas and caddie Jim "Bones" Mackay have parted ways just before the Masters, with Thomas hiring veteran caddie Matt Minister for the upcoming tournament. Despite their successful partnership, Thomas had a turbulent season in 2023 but has shown improvement recently. Mackay, who was set to work as an on-course reporter for NBC, and Thomas expressed mutual respect and well wishes for each other's future endeavors.

sports1 year ago

"Justin Thomas Parts Ways with Caddie 'Bones' Mackay Ahead of Masters"

Justin Thomas announces his split with caddie Jim "Bones" Mackay just days before the Masters, expressing gratitude for their time together and acknowledging Mackay's impact on his career. Thomas has struggled recently, with inconsistent performances, and will have a new caddie at Augusta next week. Mackay, known for his long tenure as Phil Mickelson's caddie, had briefly joined NBC and the Golf Channel as a commentator before returning to Thomas' bag.

sports1 year ago

"Justin Thomas Shocks Golf World with Pre-Masters Caddie Split"

Justin Thomas has parted ways with his caddie, Jim "Bones" Mackay, just a week before the 2024 Masters, following a tough stretch in his career. The two-time PGA Championship winner expressed gratitude for their time together and hinted at great things to come for both of them. Thomas did not announce his new caddie, and the split comes after a challenging 2023 season and mixed results at the start of 2024.

sports1 year ago

"Justin Thomas Parts Ways with Caddie 'Bones' Mackay Before Masters"

Justin Thomas has split with caddie Jim "Bones" Mackay, ending a partnership that began in 2021 and included a victory at the 2022 PGA Championship. Thomas expressed gratitude for Mackay's support during a challenging period in his career. Mackay, a former caddie for Phil Mickelson, will work as an on-course reporter for NBC's coverage of the Augusta National Women's Amateur event. Thomas will have a new caddie, Matt Minister, for the upcoming Masters tournament.

sportsgolf1 year ago

"Justin Thomas Parts Ways with Caddie 'Bones' Mackay Ahead of Masters"

Justin Thomas has announced his split with caddie Jim "Bones" Mackay ahead of the Masters, with no replacement named yet. Thomas, who has struggled since his 2022 PGA Championship win, expressed gratitude for their time together. Mackay, known for his long tenure with Phil Mickelson, left broadcasting to return to caddying and had worked part-time for Thomas in 2020. Matt Minister will reportedly caddie for Thomas at the Masters.

sports1 year ago

"Justin Thomas and Caddie Jim 'Bones' Mackay Split Ahead of Masters"

Justin Thomas and caddie Jim "Bones" Mackay have ended their partnership, with Thomas expressing gratitude for their time together and acknowledging their accomplishments, including winning the 2022 PGA Championship. Thomas, who struggled in the 2022-23 season, rebounded with strong performances in 2024. He did not name a replacement for Mackay, and it is unclear who will caddie for him at upcoming events, including the Masters.

sports1 year ago

Justin Thomas and Caddie Jim 'Bones' Mackay Split Before Masters

Justin Thomas and caddie Jim "Bones" Mackay have parted ways ahead of the Masters, following a period of struggle for Thomas during the 2023 season. The duo had achieved notable successes together, including the 2022 PGA Championship, but Thomas has faced challenges with his game, particularly on the greens. Mackay, known for his long partnership with Phil Mickelson, had joined Thomas in 2021 after his previous caddie's health issues. It remains uncertain who will replace Mackay on Thomas' bag for the upcoming Masters tournament.

sports2 years ago

Rory McIlroy's Apology to 'Bones' and Lingering Pain

Rory McIlroy apologizes to caddie Jim "Bones" Mackay for his outburst during the Ryder Cup, where he yelled profanities in the parking lot after being upset by Joe LaCava's celebratory behavior. McIlroy admitted he was angry but used it as motivation for his subsequent performance. Although he seemed to still hold a grudge against LaCava, McIlroy stated that they have texted and everything will be fine, acknowledging that time will heal the situation.

sports2 years ago

Ryder Cup Drama: McIlroy, Caddies, and Emotions Run High

Tensions escalated at the Ryder Cup as Rory McIlroy and caddie Jim "Bones" Mackay got into a heated argument in the parking lot following a war of words on the final green. The incident occurred after American players and caddies celebrated Patrick Cantlay's birdie putt, which upset McIlroy and his caddie. The altercation was eventually defused, but it added to the already tense atmosphere at the tournament.