Before the beginning of the 2025 season, both Matt Fitzpatrick and Billy Foster found themselves teetering on thin ice. had struck an agreement wherein Foster would reduce the number of events he'd be handling. As the seasoned golfer transitioned to the next stage of his career following 42 years on professional tours, things changed abruptly for him. Following Fitzpatrick’s missed cut at the Players Championship, Foster announced via social media that they would be parting ways completely after six years as partners.
After six fantastic years, every wonderful journey eventually comes to a close. This game continually frustrates and angers you...!!! Sadly, as times evolve, the caddie or coach must acknowledge that outcomes aren’t satisfactory anymore. When the joy fades from your activities, it signals the right moment for a shift. Thank you, Matt; our adventure was incredible, and only time will reveal where the following chapter leads us. Forward and upward! .”
The premature departure seems to have been developing throughout the entire season due to Fitzpatrick’s struggles on the PGA Tour in 2025. Despite managing to make the cut in four out of his last six tournaments, the 30-year-old from England hasn’t placed within the top 20 once. Prior to this week at TPC Sawgrass, his world ranking had dropped to 61st place, and he currently holds the 98th position in the FedEx Cup points list.
Fitzpatrick didn’t make any remarks following his performance in Ponte Vedra Beach. On Saturday, he was seen honing his skills at the Rio Pinar Golf Club in Orlando. The identity of Foster’s permanent replacement remains uncertain. Earlier in the year, veteran caddie Daniel Barrett was suggested as the interim choice for when Foster couldn’t be present.
Foster, who is 61 years old, began serving as a caddy for Fitzpatrick in 2019. Prior to this, he had an extensive career working with numerous prominent European players such as Seve Ballesteros, Thomas Bjorn, Darren Clarke, and Lee Westwood. During their partnership, they secured two victories on the PGA Tour (with the latest win coming from the 2023 RBC Heritage) and four titles on the DP World Tour (which includes the 2023 Alfred Dunhill Links). A highlight occurred during the 2022 U.S. Open held at Brookline, when Fitzpatrick won this significant tournament, marking Foster’s first major victory as well.
Although Fitzpatrick and Foster had previously settled on a reduced schedule for Foster throughout the approaching summer, they intended to collaborate at the Ryder Cup provided that Fitzpatrick made the cut. This collaboration would mark Foster’s 17th consecutive time serving as a caddy in these competitions.
Earlier this year, Foster mentioned on Instagram that he planned to use his free time for various part-time jobs, which might include working with Sky Sports. Should this happen, Foster will follow in the steps recently taken by caddies turned broadcasters Jim (Bones) Mackay and John Wood.
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