Dustin Johnson Teams Up With Famous Caddie Gareth Lord in Scotland 🏴
Former world number one Dustin Johnson has opted for a fresh but familiar face on the bag at this week’s Alfred Dunhill Lynx Championship in Scotland. Johnson is among 16 Elivy golf stars in the field joined by Brooks Kepka Cameron Smith and Bubba Watson. But in a notable change, the two-time major champion won’t have his brother and longtime caddy Austin Johnson by his side. Instead, he has enlisted the services of seasoned English caddy Gareth Lord. Lord is no stranger to success. He was on Henrik Stinson’s bag during the Swedes unforgettable 2016 Open Championship triumph at Royal Trune and spent five fruitful years alongside him before they parted ways in late 2018. More recently, Lord had been working with Nikolai Hajgard before the young Dne switched to Jack Clark, formerly LW Gabber’s Caddy. For Johnson, however, this partnership is strictly temporary. Speaking at the Old Course, Lord confirmed he will only be carrying Johnson’s bag for this week’s $5 million event. The 41-year-old Johnson is making his third start to the Alfred Dunnel links and he arrives in Scotland looking to build on late season momentum from Elivy Golf. After a quiet run, Johnson produced a solo third place finish at Elivy Golf Indianapolis and followed it up with AT5 at Elivy Golf, Michigan. Despite Eliv Golf’s season being over, Johnson has shown no intention of slowing down. Recently committing to the International Series Philippines next month, he explained his motivation. The International Series is a perfect fit for where I’m at in my career. Even though the LIV season is done, I still want to compete, stay sharp, and test myself against top players. Playing these events keeps me fresh and hungry while also helping grow the game in places that deserve to see it up close. This week’s Dunhill Links will also feature a strong European contingent, including four members of last week’s victorious Rder Cup team. Defending champion TL Hatton headlines alongside Matt Fitzpatrick, Robert McIntyre, and Tommy Fleewood as they return to the home of golf. The action te’s off Thursday across Carni, Kings Barnes, and the old course at St. Andrews, promising another showcase of worldclass golf in Scotland.
Dustin Johnson Teams Up With Famous Caddie Gareth Lord in Scotland 🏴
🏌️♂️ Dustin Johnson has a new face on the bag! The former world No.1 shocked fans by replacing his brother and longtime caddie Austin Johnson with veteran English looper Gareth Lord at this week’s Alfred Dunhill Links Championship in Scotland.
Lord, who famously guided Henrik Stenson to his epic 2016 Open Championship win at Royal Troon, has stepped in for Johnson on a temporary basis — and it could spark fireworks at the Home of Golf.
In this video, we break down:
✅ Why Johnson made the surprising caddie switch
✅ Gareth Lord’s legendary history with Stenson and Nicolai Højgaard
✅ How Johnson has fared on LIV Golf in 2024, including top finishes at Indianapolis and Michigan
✅ His next stop on the International Series Philippines and what it means for his career
✅ The Ryder Cup stars joining him in Scotland, including defending champion Tyrrell Hatton, Matt Fitzpatrick, Robert MacIntyre, and Tommy Fleetwood
The Dunhill Links is always special — but with LIV stars, Ryder Cup heroes, and a new partnership for DJ, this year’s event could be unforgettable. 🔥⛳
👉 Stay tuned until the end for all the insights, reactions, and storylines that could define Johnson’s late-season run.
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