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John Deere Classic

The John Deere Classic is an annual PGA Tour golf tournament played in the Quad Cities region of Illinois, United States.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

The John Deere Classic is an annual PGA Tour golf tournament played in the Quad Cities region of Illinois, United States. It was first established in 1971 as the Quad Cities Open and has been held at TPC Deere Run in Silvis since 2000. The event is typically played in July and is known for producing first-time PGA Tour winners.

History

The event began in 1971 as the Quad Cities Open and later became known as the John Deere Classic. It has remained a regular PGA Tour stop and is closely associated with the Quad Cities golf market.

Venue

TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois, has been the tournament’s host course since 2000. The course is a par 71 and is listed at 7,327 yards for 2026.

Notable champions

Past winners include several major names in golf, including Payne Stewart, Vijay Singh and Steve Stricker. The tournament also has a history of producing first-time PGA Tour winners, with 18 players earning their first PGA Tour victory there.

Recent editions

Brian Campbell won the 2025 edition in a playoff over Emiliano Grillo, and Chris Gotterup won the 2026 event by one stroke.

Key facts

  • The tournament debuted on the PGA Tour in 1971 as the Quad Cities Open.
  • TPC Deere Run has hosted the event since 2000.
  • The event is played in Silvis, Illinois, in the Quad Cities area.
  • The 2026 purse was US$8.8 million, with US$1.584 million to the winner.
  • The tournament has been a breakthrough victory for multiple players, with 18 TOUR players earning their first PGA Tour win there.
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Canadian context

The John Deere Classic is relevant to Canadian golf fans because it is a PGA Tour event that can feature Canadian players and affects the same tour ecosystem followed in Canada.

Frequently asked questions

What is the John Deere Classic?
It is an annual PGA Tour golf tournament held in Silvis, Illinois, in the Quad Cities region.
When was it established?
The tournament was established in 1971.
Where is it played?
It is played at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois.
What type of event is it?
It is a stroke-play golf tournament on the PGA Tour.
Who won the most recent edition in the results provided?
Chris Gotterup won the 2026 John Deere Classic.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Deere_Classic
    Supports: Established in 1971; location; course; par; tour; format; annual July timing; recent winners and tournament record data.
  2. PGA Tour — https://www.pgatour.com/article/news/latest/2026/07/01/pga-tour-this-week-rjohn-deere-classic-tpc-deere-run-facts-and-figures-whos-playing-how-to-watch-purse
    Supports: 2026 dates, venue, purse, first-place prize, defending champion, par, yardage, and event context.
  3. TPC Deere Run — https://tpc.com/deererun/john-deere-classic/
    Supports: Event history, host course since 2000, debut as Quad Cities Open in 1971, annual July timing, and notable champions.
  4. PGA Tour Media — https://pgatourmedia.pgatourhq.com/tours/2026/pgatour/johndeereclassic
    Supports: 2026 tournament dates, course, location, yardage, par, architect, defending champion, FedExCup points, purse, and winner's prize.
  5. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/golf/story/_/id/49243653/2026-john-deere-classic-how-watch-pga-schedule
    Supports: 2026 schedule, venue, purse, defending champion, and participating players.
  6. Golfweek — https://golfweek.usatoday.com/story/sports/golf/pga/2026/07/05/john-deere-classic-2026-leaderboard-live-updates-tee-times-final-round-sunday/90807319007/
    Supports: 2026 winner Chris Gotterup and final score details.