John Deere Classic 2022: PGA Tour Betting Guide and Tournament Analysis
The PGA Tour heads to TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois for the 2022 John Deere Classic, taking place two weeks before the Open Championship. Lucas Glover returns to defend his 2021 title where he shot 19-under par for a two-shot victory.
Tournament Details:
- Prize Pool: $7.1 million ($1.278 million to winner)
- FedEx Cup Points: 500
- Open Championship Qualifying: 3 spots available
- Notable Past Champions: Jordan Spieth, Bryson DeChambeau (both first career wins)
Course Overview:
- Par 71, 7,200+ yards
- Designed by D.A. Weibring in 1999
- Features: Tree-lined fairways, Bentgrass greens, elevation changes
- Layout: 3 par 5s, 4 par 3s, 11 par 4s
- Scoring Average: Winning scores typically around -20
- Known for: Birdie opportunities, blind shots to greens
2022 Field Highlights:
- Major Champions: Webb Simpson, Jason Day, Zach Johnson, Jason Dufner
- Rising Stars: Chris Gotterup, Patrick Flavin, Nick Hardy
- Field Strength: Traditionally lighter with top players resting pre-Open
Top Betting Favorites:
- Webb Simpson (+1100)
- Adam Hadwin (+1600)
- Christiaan Bezuidenhout (+3300)
- Charles Howell III (+2500)
- Denny McCarthy (+2500)
- Sahith Theegala (+2200)
The tournament has launched many careers, with 5 of the last 10 winners being first-time PGA Tour victors. The winning score typically hovers around 20-under par, making this an exciting birdie-fest for players and spectators alike.
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