The 2022 John Deere Classic returns to TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois, featuring a $7.1 million purse with $1.278 million going to the winner. The tournament offers 500 FedEx Cup points and three Open Championship qualifying spots.

Lucas Glover returns as defending champion after shooting 19-under par last year for his first win in over a decade. Notable past winners include Jordan Spieth and Bryson DeChambeau, who both earned their first PGA Tour victories here.

Course Overview:

• Par 71, 7,200+ yards
• Designed by D.A. Weibring in 1999
• Features elevation changes and tree-lined fairways
• Known for low scoring (winning scores typically around -20)
• Layout: 3 par 5s, 4 par 3s, 11 par 4s

Key Field Information:

• Webb Simpson (+1100) enters as betting favorite
• Adam Hadwin (+1600) second favorite
• Other notables: Christiaan Bezuidenhout (+3300), Charles Howell III (+2500), Denny McCarthy (+2500)
• Past major winners playing: Webb Simpson, Jason Day, Zach Johnson, Jason Dufner
• Rising stars: Chris Gotterup, Patrick Flavin, Nick Hardy

Tournament Details:

• Traditionally held before The Open Championship
• Part of Open Qualifying Series (3 spots available)
• Known for launching careers (5 of last 10 winners were first-time Tour winners)
• Sahith Theegala (+2200) looks to bounce back after runner-up at Travelers Championship

The tournament provides excellent opportunities for up-and-coming players to secure their first PGA Tour victory while offering a pathway to The Open Championship for non-exempt players.

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