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Looper's Caddie: A Twenty-Year Golf Odyssey

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In 2001, John Wood embarked on a two-year journey to walk every course on the Open rota, carrying his clubs like a caddie. This article chronicles his experiences and the people he met along the way.

Loopers: A Caddie's Twenty-Year Golf Odyssey

by John Dunn

4.2 out of 5

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The Open Championship

The Open Championship is the oldest and most prestigious golf tournament in the world. It is held annually on a links course in the United Kingdom. The rota of courses that host the Open includes some of the most famous and challenging in the world, such as St Andrews, Royal Troon, and Carnoustie.

Walking the Rota

John Wood decided to walk the Open rota because he wanted to experience the courses in the same way that the players do. He also wanted to meet the people who work and play on these iconic links.

Wood's journey took him to 10 different courses in Scotland and England. He walked a total of over 500 miles, carrying his clubs on his back. Along the way, he met a variety of people, including caddies, greenkeepers, and fellow golfers.

The Caddie's Perspective

Walking the Open rota as a caddie gave Wood a unique perspective on the game of golf. He saw the courses from a different angle and learned about the challenges that the players face.

Wood also learned about the important role that caddies play in the game. Caddies provide players with advice, support, and encouragement. They can also help players to make the right decisions on the course.

The People of the Open

One of the most rewarding aspects of Wood's journey was the people he met along the way. He met caddies, greenkeepers, and fellow golfers from all over the world. He learned about their lives and their love of the game of golf.

Wood's journey was a truly memorable experience. He saw some of the most beautiful golf courses in the world and met some of the most interesting people in the game. He also learned a great deal about the history and traditions of the Open Championship.

Epilogue

In 2021, John Wood returned to the Open rota to walk the courses again. He was amazed by how much the courses had changed in 20 years. However, he was also pleased to see that the spirit of the Open remained the same.

The Open Championship is a truly special event. It is a celebration of the game of golf and the people who play it. John Wood's journey as a looper's caddie was a reminder of the power of the game to bring people together.

Loopers: A Caddie's Twenty-Year Golf Odyssey

by John Dunn

4.2 out of 5