Justin Thomas parts ways with caddie Jim ‘Bones’ McKay just before The Masters at Augusta National | Golf News

Justin Thomas has made a shocking announcement just over a week before The Masters at Augusta National. The American golfer has decided to part ways with his caddie, Jim ‘Bones’ McKay, after working together since late 2021.

McKay was on Thomas’ bag when he secured his second PGA Championship title in 2022. However, Thomas has struggled to find his form since then, failing to win any tournaments and missing the cut in three out of four majors in 2023.

In a heartfelt social media post, Thomas expressed his gratitude towards McKay, acknowledging the success they had together, including victories at the PGA Championship, Presidents Cup, and Ryder Cups. Thomas described McKay’s guidance on and off the course as invaluable during a challenging period in his career.

Despite the split, Thomas remains optimistic about the future, wishing McKay the best of luck and considering him a friend. Thomas’ recent performances have shown signs of improvement, with back-to-back top-10 finishes at The American Express and AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am earlier this year.

However, Thomas has also faced setbacks, missing the cut in two of his last four tournaments and finishing tied for 64th at the Valspar Championship in March. As Thomas prepares for The Masters, golf fans will be eager to see how this change impacts his performance on the course. Stay tuned to watch The Masters exclusively live on Sky Sports from April 11-14.