The PGA Tour returns to Silvis, Illinois for the 2023 John Deere Classic. TPC Deere Run will host this event and features a 7,268-yard par-71 track. Last year, the tournament was won by J.T. Poston after he posted a 21-under 263.
This installment of the John Deere Classic will have players competing for a share of a $7.4 million purse.
Defending champion J.T. Poston is coming off of a rough stretch. The 30-year-old has missed the cut in three of his last four competitions. Poston’s best finish this season came in January at The American Express where he shot a 23-under 265 and finished tied for sixth place.
After a busy stretch on the Tour, many of the world’s top players have opted to sit this event out. This year’s field will include defending champion J.T. Poston, U.S. Ryder Cup captain Zach Johnson and RBC Candian Open winner Nick Taylor.
Denny McCarthy – Despite never winning on the PGA Tour, McCarthy has been playing some solid golf lately. He is ranked 34 in the world golf rankings and has placed in the top ten in three of his last six tournaments.
Russell Henley – Lately Henley has been running with the middle of the pack. Even though he has had some average finishes as of late, he is still ranked 29 in the world. He also earned the fourth win of his PGA Tour career this season at the World Wide Technology Championship.
Cameron Young – Although he has not yet secured a win on Tour, Cameron Young is ranked 19 in the world golf rankings. The Wake Forest graduate has placed in the top ten three times this season and is looking to bounce back after a rough showing at the Travelers Championship.
The John Deere Classic can be viewed on Golf Channel throughout the tournament. CBS will also be providing coverage of the action on the weekend.
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