Alejandro Tosti's caddie quits mid-round at Biltmore Championship
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 18, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Sep 18, 2026
Alejandro Tosti's caddie, Cliff Ellis, quit during the first round of the Biltmore Championship on September 18, 2026. Tosti shot one-over par, carding a 72 after Ellis walked off the course on the 18th hole. There had been prior friction between the player and his caddie earlier in the week. Tosti initially believed Ellis had taken a bathroom break but later realized he had left for good. Tosti responded to the situation with humor, noting Ellis couldn't keep up with his game.
- •Tosti shot a round of one-over par 72.
- •Cliff Ellis quit on the 18th hole during the round.
- •Prior friction existed between Tosti and his caddie.
- •Tosti humorously noted the caddie's inability to keep up.
- •Tosti is known for his heated interactions with caddies.
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Alejandro Tosti responds after his caddie quits mid-round on day one of the Biltmore Championship
"Alejandro Tosti’s caddie quit mid-round during day one of the Biltmore Championship Asheville on Thursday. Tosti ended up shooting a round of one-over par 72 on day one of the Biltmore Championship.
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