Major Golf Partnership Ends: Collin morikawa and Caddie J.J. Jakovac part Ways After 6 Years
Professional Golf Partnership Dissolution
A significant shift has occurred in professional golf as two-time major champion Collin Morikawa and longtime caddie J.J. Jakovac have ended their successful six-year partnership. Joe Greiner, recently separated from Max Homa, will assume caddying duties starting at The Truist Championship.
Championship success and Achievements
During their collaboration, Morikawa and Jakovac achieved remarkable success, including two major championships and six PGA Tour victories.Their partnership helped elevate Morikawa to World No. 2 ranking at his peak. Jakovac, a former three-time All-American at Chico State with two NCAA Division II titles, proved instrumental in Morikawa’s professional development.
New Caddie Transition Details
Joe Greiner brings significant experience to Morikawa’s team, having guided Max Homa to six victories and recently worked with justin Thomas during his RBC Heritage win. The transition occurs as Morikawa, currently ranked World No. 4, seeks to build upon his three top-10 finishes this season and first victory since the 2023 Zozo championship.
Recent Tournament Performance
The partnership’s conclusion is particularly surprising given their recent success at THE PLAYERS Championship’s caddie competition, where Jakovac achieved a historic hole-in-one on the 17th hole – the first in the competition’s 26-year history. This memorable achievement stands as a fitting finale to their professional relationship, which has significantly influenced modern professional golf.
