Jun 11, 2014; Pinehurst, NC, USA; Silhouettes of golfers on the driving range during a practice round for the U.S. Open golf tournament at Pinehurst No. 2 at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
Jun 11, 2014; Pinehurst, NC, USA; Silhouettes of golfers on the driving range during a practice round for the U.S. Open golf tournament at Pinehurst No. 2 at Pinehurst Resort & Country Club. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sports
As TPC Craig Ranch hosted the 2026 CJ CUP Byron Nelson, Davis Chatfield ended his first round on May 21 at 3-under par. The American pro was seen going 5-under on the front nine holes, making three birdies and even an eagle. But what caught the eyes of commentators and fans was who he had tending to his clubs.
While Chatfield was preparing to take a shot during Round 1 on Thursday, one of the commentators noticed his caddie, whom he recognized at once. He pointed this out to his co-commentator, drawing a surprised reaction, per a clip posted on the NUCLR GOLF X feed.
"Recognize his caddie, Christina? ... That is Frankie Capan III."
"OH MY GOODNESS, so it is!"
Frankie Capan III is an American golfer who turned pro in 2022. He previously played for the University of Alabama, even earning SEC Academic Honor Roll honors in 2019.
It is interesting to see a pro caddie for another pro in an important PGA event, such as the CJ Cup Byron Nelson. While neither Capan nor Chatfield has any wins on the PGA Tour yet, Chatfield is ranked 287th in the world, while Capan sits at 341.
The last tournament Capan participated in on the PGA Tour was the 2026 Zurich Classic of New Orleans at TPC Louisiana, paired alongside Noah Goodwin. Chatfield was on the field then as well, but as a competitor.
Capan and Chatfield's Longstanding Connection
Capan caddying for Chatfield on an important PGA Tour event is indicative of the close relationship they share on and off the course.
During their time at the 2026 Zurich Classic, Chatfield, along with his partner, Dumont de Chassart, finished strongly, ending the tournament tied for 17th at –24, while Capan unfortunately missed the cut.
The two have been on the field together for a few other tournaments as well this season.
The 2026 Cognizant Classic saw Capan III link up with John VanDerLaan and Alejandro Tosti for Round 1, while Chatfield did his round with Haotong Li and Marcelo Rozo. The 2026 Valero Texas Open once again saw the duo on the field, but again as opponents.
Capan even appeared on Chatfield’s Instagram post from July 4, 2023, at the Memorial Health Championship in Springfield, Illinois. That tournament saw Capan finish fourth, while Chatfield ended in T11 on the Korn Ferry Tour event.
Clearly, the two share a relationship comfortable enough for Capan to caddie for Chatfield, as we recently saw during Round 1 of the 2026 CJ CUP Byron Nelson.
What do you think of pro golfers caddying for other pro golfers? Let us know in the comments.
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Golf’s Rarest Bond: Caddie–Pro Partnerships That Survived More Than 10 YearsIn Professional golf, where firing a caddie is the quickest way to get out of a bad slump, staying together for 10 years seems like it would be hard. But some rare pairs chose loyalty over easy exits and didn't pay attention to the noise. They made it through the missed cuts and the stressful Sundays to create something more than just a job. What really keeps these famous pairs from breaking up? via Icon Sportswire/ImagoThis famous team started in 1999 and ruled the golf world for 12 years. They won 13 major championships together before they finally went their separate ways. Williams was more than a helper because he protected Tiger during the most successful run in the history of the sport. via Icon Sportswire/ImagoMartinez worked for Lehman for 23 years and was always a very calm presence on the course. Their long bond was built on respect and a special way of talking that helped Lehman become the number one player in the world. They were one of the most steady teams on tour. Lehman has explicitly stated, "You're my caddie because I love you like a brother," highlighting the deep personal respect and bond between them. via Icon Sportswire/ImagoThis partnership lasted for 15 years and was all about understanding each other. Scott was on the bag for both of Watson's Masters wins in 2012 and 2014. They stayed as a team through many highs and lows before Ted Scott eventually left to work for Scottie Scheffler. Debby Wong/ZUMA Press Wire/ImagoBefore he became a celebrity caddie, Fluff spent 18 years working for Peter Jacobsen. The pair was known for their entertaining personalities on the course. They were a successful pairing that won six times on the PGA Tour before they parted ways. Their long time together showed that a great caddie can be a fan favorite while helping a pro succeed. PGA TOUR Champions/FacebookHull was a famous caddie who helped Raymond Floyd play golf for more than 20 years. He was well-known for being able to read greens better than almost anyone else. Floyd and Hull's partnership lasted so long because Floyd completely trusted Hull's advice during big tournaments. This bond led to 4 major championships and the vast majority of his 22 PGA Tour titles. Mark Newcombe/Visions In Golf/ImagoWhile Hull is best known for his time with Floyd, he also spent several important years helping Calvin Peete. Peete was famous for being the most accurate driver in golf. Even though they were together for less than a decade, they are still remembered as a powerful and respected team. Society 61/FacebookLanger and Coleman worked together like a machine for 22 years and won over 30 tournaments around the world. Coleman was by Langer’s side for both of his wins at the Masters. He acted as a solid anchor for the German star across many different decades of play. Mark Newcombe/Visions In Golf/ImagoAfter he stopped working for Tiger Woods, Fluff began a 25-year journey with Jim Furyk. Their bond became one of the longest in the history of professional golf. Fluff helped Furyk stay competitive even as he got older, which proved that their experience was a massive advantage. via ZUMA Press Wire/ImagoBones started carrying Phil’s bag in 1992 and stayed for 25 years. They became famous for making risky choices that led to 5 major championship wins. Their partnership ended in 2017, and many sports outlets, including ESPN and Golf Digest, described the breakup using "marriage" metaphors because of their extreme longevity and deep personal bond, which was unprecedented for a modern high-profile player-caddie duo. via Icon Sportswire/ImagoThis was a very special bond that only happened at the Masters tournament. Jackson caddied for Crenshaw at Augusta for 39 years. Their emotional win in 1995 is legendary because Jackson guided Crenshaw through his grief and helped him make every difficult putt to win the tournament. via Icon Sportswire/ImagoSmitty was a hard-working caddie who spent more than 30 years on the tour. While he worked for many winners, he is most famous for his major win with Bob Charles, which included their 1963 Open Championship win. He is also remembered for his steady partnership with Ben Crenshaw during regular tour events. He represented an older era where caddies were loyal partners who stayed quiet and worked very hard. Mark Newcombe/Visions In Golf/Imago
