John Deere Classic live updates: Leaderboard, odds at TPC Deere Run
A year ago, Davis Thompson won the event for his first PGA Tour victory. He was the 24th golfer to make the JDC his first PGA Tour win. He will return to TPC Deere Run to attempt to defend his title.
Aldrich Potgieter, who shot 22 under at Detroit Golf Club and took home a win at the Rocket Mortgage Classic, is in the field.
Here's a look at the action during the opening round:
John Deere Classic tee times for Thursday
Where to watch, stream, listen John Deere Classic 2025
This is the TV channel, streaming and radio schedule, with Golf Channel, CBS, PGA Tour Live on ESPN+, Paramount+ and PGA Tour Radio on SiriusXM all teaming up for the coverage. All times listed are ET.
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Odds to win 2025 John Deere Classic
Tournament odds from BetMGM as of Wednesday:
What is the purse, prize money at John Deere Classic?
The John Deere Classic purse is $8.4 million, with $1.512 million going to the winner in addition to 500 FedEx Cup points.
Where is the John Deere Classic played?
The D.A. Weibring and Chris Gray designed TPC Deere Run is located in Silvis, Illinois. It is a par 71 course that will measure 7,289 yards for the tournament. It is the No. 2-ranked golf course in Illinois in the Golfweek's Best 2025: Top public-access golf courses in every state list.
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