2025 PGA John Deere Classic: Ultimate Guide to Watching, Schedule, and Top Players

Get the full guide to the 2025 John Deere Classic, including how to watch on ESPN, the schedule, and the top golfers competing.

The PGA Tour is set to thrill fans once again as it heads to Silvis, Illinois, for the 2025 John Deere Classic. This prestigious event will take place at the renowned TPC Deere Run, offering a total purse of $8.4 million, with the winner taking home $1,512,000 and 500 FedEx Cup points.

Defending Champion

Defending champion Davis Thompson made history last year with the lowest 72-hole score in the tournament's history, finishing at 28-under 256 and winning by four strokes. Will he defend his title this year?

Event Schedule

Here’s the detailed schedule for the 2025 John Deere Classic:

  • Thursday: First-round coverage begins at 7:45 a.m. ET
  • Friday: Second-round coverage begins at 7:45 a.m. ET
  • Saturday: Third-round coverage begins at 8:00 a.m. ET
  • Sunday: Fourth-round coverage begins at 8:00 a.m. ET

Coverage includes the main feed, marquee group, featured groups, and featured holes.

How to Watch

Fans can catch all the action on Disney+ and ESPN+ via the ESPN streaming hub. Make sure to tune in to not miss any of the thrilling moments.

Top Players to Watch

In addition to defending champion Davis Thompson, the tournament will feature some of the biggest names in golf:

  • Ben Griffin
  • Sungae Im
  • Jason Day
  • J.T. Poston
  • Denny McCarthy

More Golf Content

For the latest news, scores, schedules, and rankings, visit the ESPN golf hub page.

Don’t miss out on the excitement of the 2025 John Deere Classic. Tune in and watch the best golfers compete for glory!

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