NASSAU, Bahamas – As the PGA Tour approaches a new calendar year, it’s common to see some new faces among the caddie ranks. On Wednesday, Henrik Stenson became the first high-profile player to roll out a new partnership.
Scott Vail, who caddied for Brandt Snedeker before the two split earlier this year, is on the Swede’s bag this week, replacing Stenson’s long-time caddie Gareth Lord.
Stenson explained that Lord recently underwent surgery and that the two decided it was time for a break.
“You try out a partnership and give it a few weeks and see if it’s something to move ahead,” Stenson said.