Base salary: Before any performance-based bonuses are factored in, caddies at the Open Championship receive a flat-rate weekly retainer.
This base fee typically ranges between £1,150 and £3,100 to help loopers cover essential travel, accommodation and food expenses during the tournament week.
Winner's share: If their employer hoists the famous Claret Jug, their caddie stands to make a life-changing sum of money.
Under the standard tour agreement, the winning bagman typically receives a 10% cut of the first-place prize, a massive £240,000 payout from the champion's £2.4million share.
Percentages for top finishes: For golfers who place well but fall short of the victory, caddies still receive a significant sliding scale bonus.
