The 2022 John Deere Classic returns to TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois, with defending champion Lucas Glover looking to retain his title. The tournament offers a $7.1 million purse and three qualifying spots for the upcoming Open Championship.

TPC Deere Run Course Details:

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

Notable Field Information:

• Webb Simpson (+1100) enters as tournament favorite
• Adam Hadwin (+1600) seeks Open Championship qualification
• Other contenders include:
  • Christiaan Bezuidenhout (+3300)
  • Charles Howell III (+2500)
  • Denny McCarthy (+2500)
  • Sahith Theegala (+2200)

Tournament History:

• First-time winners common (5 of last 10 champions)
• Past winners include Jordan Spieth and Bryson DeChambeau
• 2021 winner Lucas Glover shot -19 to win by two shots

Prize Structure:

• Winner receives $1.278 million
• 500 FedEx Cup points awarded
• Three Open Championship qualifying spots available

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