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Andrew Putnam (back) pulls out of John Deere Classic

Andrew Putnam withdrew from the John Deere Classic midway through Friday's second round due to a back injury. Putnam, 36, started on the back nine and carded a double-bogey at the par-4 18th hole before pulling out.

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Doug Ghim becomes just the fourth player in PGA Tour history to achieve rare John Deere Classic feat

Doug Ghim has a one-shot lead after the opening round at TPC Deere Run. Ghim’s nine-under-par 62 featured seven birdies and an eagle, giving him a clear edge over the field Max Homa sits one shot back after an eight-under 63, with two-time winner Jordan Spieth among those two shots behind at seven-under.

Tiger Woods News / HITC / July 4

Tiger Woods’ former caddie reveals what he believes is the main reason for slow play on the PGA Tour

The PGA Tour has started to move in new directions recently, with Tiger Woods becoming more influential in shaping what comes next. Woods has already played a role in welcoming new leadership, congratulating Brian Rolapp on taking over as CEO of the tour – a decision the 15-time major champion helped influence.

Lucas Glover News / FirstSportz / July 4

Former Major Champion Lucas Glover Sounds Off on LIV Golfers Possibly Returning to Play on PGA Tour Amid Merger Talks

Former major champion Lucas Glover is not interested in playing again with LIV Golfers. Amid the merger talks between the PGA Tour and the Public Investment Fund (PIF), the 2009 U.S.

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The 'Last 30 U.S. Open golf champions' quiz

How many of the previous 30 U.S. Open golf champions can you name in five minutes?

Justin Thomas News / Athlon Sports / July 3

Justin Thomas Has Big Ideas for What Should Come Next in Golf

Back in March, Justin Thomas told the media what many within golf have long been thinking regarding the PGA Tour-LIV saga: "I think we're kind of past the level of exhaustion." It's been almost four years since LIV Golf shook up the sport, and Thomas – like most players – is understandably frustrated.

Golf News / Field Level Media / July 3

Doug Ghim leads John Deere as Rickie Fowler, Max Homa also go low

Doug Ghim made an eagle from the sixth fairway en route to a bogey-free, 9-under-par 62 on Thursday to set the first-round lead at the John Deere Classic in Silvis, Ill.

Golf News / Field Level Media / July 2

PGA Tour overhauls playoff bonus structure for this season

The PGA Tour has restructured the distribution of playoff bonuses, including the FedEx Cup champion this season earning $10 million in prize money instead of $25 million as in the past two years.

Max Homa News / Field Level Media / July 2

Max Homa after a little extra nourishment at John Deere

Max Homa needs a new hobby. The six-time PGA winner pointed to the importance of feeling refreshed and admitted to having trouble getting away from the game when he spoke with reporters ahead of the John Deere Classic on Wednesday in Silvis, Ill.

Golf News / Field Level Media / July 2

Rickie Fowler, Max Homa make rare appearance at John Deere Classic

Rickie Fowler and Max Homa are some of the most well-liked players on the PGA Tour, but their results of late have not come close to matching their popularity.

Golf News / Field Level Media / July 2

2025 John Deere Classic: Preview, Props, Best Bets

With only five weeks remaining before the start of the FedExCup Playoffs, the John Deere Classic serves as a critical opportunity for players hovering around the cutoff bubble for the top 70 players who will qualify for the first leg.

Golf News / Field Level Media / July 2

Golf Glance: Critical FedExCup points up for grabs at John Deere Classic

Field Level Media's Golf Glance provides weekly news and storylines from each of the major North American golf tours. PGA TOUR LAST TOURNAMENT: Rocket

Zach Johnson News / Field Level Media / July 2

Zach Johnson feeling right at home at John Deere Classic

Unofficial host Zach Johnson feels right at home at the John Deere Classic, where he starts for the 24th time on Thursday at the course where he has made the cut 16 consecutive times.

Gary Woodland News / Field Level Media / July 2

Gary Woodland named final U.S. Ryder Cup vice captain

U.S. captain Keegan Bradley named Gary Woodland as his fifth and final vice captain for this September's Ryder Cup on Wednesday. Woodland, 41, joins fellow vice captains Jim Furyk, Kevin Kisner, Webb Simpson and Brandt Snedeker for the biennial golf competition against Team Europe, scheduled for Sept.

Arron Oberholser News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

Aaron Oberholser Has Some Ideas For The Signature Events

Recently, the topic of how effective the signature events are has come up. Players seem to be enjoying it. It was revealed by Dan Rapaport that Rory

Golf News / Field Level Media / July 1

Lee Westwood qualifies for Open; first major berth since 2022

Lee Westwood will make his first major championship start in three years when he tees it up at the Open Championship later this month at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland.

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Golf News / Yardbarker / July 1

Storylines for the John Deere Classic: Ben Griffin the man to beat

After a wild week at the Rocket Classic, the PGA Tour heads to Illinois for the John Deere Classic at TPC Deere Run.

LIV Golf planning 9 international, 5 U.S. events in 2026

Sergio Garcia has reason to celebrate after mediocre finish at LIV Golf Dallas

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Golf News / Field Level Media / June 30

LIV Golf planning 9 international, 5 U.S. events in 2026

LIV Golf is planning a 14-event schedule in 2026 that includes nine international destinations and five in the United States. While the dates and times

Patrick Reed News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Patrick Reed Credits Daughter’s Encouragement for LIV Golf Breakthrough

Patrick Reed won his first individual title in the LIV Golf League after a tense three-man playoff at Maridoe Golf Club. The American revealed that his daughter’s encouragement was one of the reasons for his success, especially after she gave him a putter with her name engraved on it.

Golf News / Yardbarker / June 30

Garcia has reason to celebrate after mediocre finish at LIV Dallas

Sergio Garcia has reason to celebrate after mediocre finish at LIV Golf Dallas

Garcia shot +3 over three rounds at LIV Golf Dallas to finish in a disappointing tie for 25th.

Patrick Reed takes first LIV win at playoff in native Texas

Reed credits his daughter’s encouragement for breakthrough

Aldrich Potgieter, 20, wins Rocket Classic in a five-hole playoff

Padraig Harrington wins his second U.S. Senior Open in four years

Somi Lee, Jin Hee Im win LPGA team event in a playoff

Patrick Reed News / Field Level Media / June 29

Patrick Reed takes first LIV win at playoff in native Texas

Native Texan Patrick Reed sank a 10-foot putt to make birdie on a playoff hole Sunday, claiming his first LIV victory and first tournament victory in his home state at the LIV Golf Dallas in Carrollton, Texas.

Golf News / Field Level Media / June 29

Somi Lee, Jin Hee Im win Dow Championship team event in playoff

The Korean duo of Somi Lee and Jin Hee Im prevailed in a playoff over Lexi Thompson and Megan Khang to capture the Dow Championship title on Sunday at Midland (Mich.) Country Club.

Golf News / Field Level Media / June 29

Padraig Harrington wins second U.S. Senior Open in four years

Ireland's Padraig Harrington parlayed four front-nine birdies Sunday into steady back-nine play that resulted in a one-shot victory at the U.S. Senior Open at Broadmoor Golf Club in Colorado Springs.

Aldrich Potgieter, 20, wins Rocket Classic in five-hole playoff

Patrick Reed takes first LIV win in playoff at his native Texas

Somi Lee, Jin Hee Im win LPGA team event in a playoff

Adrien Saddier wins his first European tour title in his 200th start

Cole Hammer disqualified over hand signals in shocking Korn Ferry drama