Caddie Darren Woolard quits mid-tournament for David Lipsky in Japan
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026

Darren Woolard has reportedly ceased working as caddie for David Lipsky during the ongoing Baycurrent Classic in Japan. Woolard informed Lipsky to find a replacement before the final round at Yokohama Country Club, leading to Lipsky starting with a different caddie. Lipsky has struggled this tournament, following an opening round of 66 with rounds of 72 and 73. His disappointing streak included a poor showing on Sunday, where he bogeyed four of his first five holes before finishing with a 1-under 70. The incident adds to a season marked by a number of unusual caddie-player separations.
- •Woolard quit after the third round of the Baycurrent Classic.
- •Lipsky is reported to have started the final round with a substitute caddie.
- •He initially shot 66 but followed with rounds of 72 and 73.
- •The tournament is being held at Yokohama Country Club.
- •This caddie split adds to a season of unexpected caddie incidents.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Another caddie quits mid-tournament on the PGA Tour, this time in Japan
"Another caddie-player partnership has reportedly come to an abrupt end on the PGA Tour, adding to what has become an unusual season for caddies.
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