''His indiscretions have probably been [when he wasn't playing]. When he is not competing, I am back in New Zealand. I have no knowledge of what he is doing. Yes, I talk to him on the phone; ask him how his practice is going, how he is hitting the ball, how his family is [but] I don't know what he is doing. Just like he doesn't know what I am doing.''

Williams offered his ''heartfelt wishes'' to Woods's wife Elin Nordegren and reiterated his ignorance of the affairs. ''I am an honest person. I had no knowledge of what was going on [with Tiger]. If I did, I would say I did.''

He said Woods's announcement he was taking a break to ''focus my attention on being a better husband, father, and person'' had come as no surprise.

He said if he was ever axed by Woods that would be the end of the caddying career which has seen him join New Zealand's sporting rich list.

''I have always stated that my last caddie job will be caddying for Tiger. I am committed to him. I understand he needs a break to sort his personal stuff out. And I will be there for him when he wishes to return to play.''