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Morikawa Breaks With Greiner, Enlists College Teammate at Rocket Classic

Still winless since October 2023, he prepares for Detroit with a fill-in former college teammate as his hunt for a permanent caddie continues.

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Jun 20, 2025; Cromwell, Connecticut, USA; Collin Morikawa plays his shot from the first tee during the second round of the Travelers Championship golf tournament. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
Collin Morikawa of the United States talks to caddie Joe Greiner during a practice round prior to the 125th U.S. OPEN at Oakmont Country Club on June 09, 2025 in Oakmont, Pennsylvania.
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Overview

  • Morikawa ended his partnership with Joe Greiner after five tournaments, saying they were “on a different page” in their approach to competition.
  • KK Limbhasut, Morikawa’s former University of California teammate and current Korn Ferry Tour player, will carry his bag this week at Detroit Golf Club.
  • This represents Morikawa’s second caddie change since April, following his split with longtime looper J.J. Jakovac.
  • The world No. 5 has not captured a PGA Tour title since the Zozo Championship in October 2023 and remains without a long-term caddie ahead of the British Open.
  • In pre-tournament sessions, Morikawa confronted a reporter over the portrayal of his comments on pro-am play, underscoring rising tension in his media relations.