LIV Golf Tour: A Caddie's Dream Job, Says Veteran Billy Foster
Veteran caddie Billy Foster believes the LIV Golf League offers ideal working conditions for caddies. The circuit provides comprehensive benefits including paid expenses for flights, hotels, and meals, plus complimentary drinks for caddies.
Foster highlights several advantageous aspects of working LIV Golf events:
- Afternoon tee times with shotgun starts
- Three-round tournaments instead of four
- Guaranteed prize money regardless of performance
- Generous compensation even for poor finishes
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Golfer with caddie on golf course
Addressing slow play concerns, Foster suggests implementing stricter time limits with penalty shots rather than just monetary fines. He notes that slower players can unfairly impact faster players when groups fall behind position.
Drawing from his extensive experience caddying for European golf legends like Seve Ballesteros and Lee Westwood, Foster expresses concern about the DP World Tour's diminishing appeal. He advocates for revitalizing European golf by strengthening national opens in major cities across the continent.
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Recently, Foster announced he's scaling back his duties through a job-sharing arrangement with Dan Parrott. After 42 years of caddying and the physical demands of walking approximately 50 miles weekly with heavy bags, he's ready to reduce his workload while maintaining his connection to the sport.