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The 2025 John Deere Classic features a $8.4 million total purse with the winner receiving $1.512 million. Defending champion Davis Thompson set a tournament record with 28-under par in 2024, earning $1.44 million. This PGA Tour event at TPC Deere Run has a rich history dating back to 1971, featuring notable winners including Jordan Spieth, Steve Stricker, and Lucas Glover.
2025 PGA John Deere Classic Prize Money - Complete Payout Breakdown & Historical Winners
2025 Tournament Details
📅 Tournament Dates: July 3-6, 2025
🏌️ Venue: TPC Deere Run, Silvis, Illinois
💰 Total Purse: $8.4 million
🏆 Defending Champion: Davis Thompson
2025 Prize Money Distribution
Complete Payout Structure
| Position | Prize Money | Position | Prize Money |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st (Winner) | $1,512,000 | 36th | $43,680 |
| 2nd | $915,600 | 37th | $41,580 |
| 3rd | $579,600 | 38th | $39,900 |
| 4th | $411,600 | 39th | $38,220 |
| 5th | $344,400 | 40th | $36,540 |
| 6th | $304,500 | 41st | $34,860 |
| 7th | $283,500 | 42nd | $33,180 |
| 8th | $262,500 | 43rd | $31,500 |
| 9th | $245,700 | 44th | $29,820 |
| 10th | $228,900 | 45th | $28,140 |
| 11th | $212,100 | 46th | $26,460 |
| 12th | $195,300 | 47th | $24,780 |
| 13th | $178,500 | 48th | $23,436 |
| 14th | $161,700 | 49th | $22,260 |
| 15th | $153,300 | 50th | $21,588 |
| 16th | $144,900 | 51st | $21,084 |
| 17th | $136,500 | 52nd | $20,580 |
| 18th | $128,100 | 53rd | $20,244 |
| 19th | $119,700 | 54th | $19,908 |
| 20th | $111,300 | 55th | $19,740 |
| 21st | $102,900 | 56th | $19,572 |
| 22nd | $94,500 | 57th | $19,404 |
| 23rd | $87,780 | 58th | $19,236 |
| 24th | $81,060 | 59th | $19,068 |
| 25th | $74,340 | 60th | $18,900 |
| 26th | $67,620 | 61st | $18,732 |
| 27th | $65,100 | 62nd | $18,564 |
| 28th | $62,580 | 63rd | $18,396 |
| 29th | $60,060 | 64th | $18,228 |
| 30th | $57,540 | 65th | $18,060 |
| 31st | $55,020 | 66th | $17,892 |
| 32nd | $52,500 | 67th | $17,724 |
| 33rd | $49,980 | 68th | $17,556 |
| 34th | $47,880 | 69th | $17,388 |
| 35th | $45,780 | 70th | $17,220 |
📊 Prize money distribution follows standard PGA Tour structure with 18% going to the winner
Recent Winners & Prize Money History
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2020-2024 Champions
| Year | Winner | Score | Prize Money | Total Purse |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Davis Thompson 🇺🇸 | -28 (256)* | $1,440,000 | $8.0M |
| 2023 | Sepp Straka 🇦🇹 | -19 (265) | $1,332,000 | $7.4M |
| 2022 | J.T. Poston 🇺🇸 | -21 (263) | $1,314,000 | $7.3M |
| 2021 | Lucas Glover 🇺🇸 | -19 (265) | $1,242,000 | $6.9M |
| 2020 | Cancelled (COVID-19) | - | - | - |
| 2019 | Dylan Frittelli 🇿🇦 | -21 (263) | $1,116,000 | $6.2M |
*Tournament record score
Notable Historical Champions
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Tournament Legends & Multiple Winners
🏆 Steve Stricker (3 wins)
2009, 2010, 2011 - First to win three consecutive titles
🏆 D.A. Weibring (3 wins)
1979, 1991, 1995 - Local favorite and course designer
⭐ Jordan Spieth (2 wins)
2013, 2015 - Youngest winner at 19 years old
🏆 David Frost (2 wins)
1992, 1993 - Back-to-back champion
Tournament Records & Notable Achievements
📈 Scoring Records
- Lowest 72-hole score: Davis Thompson, -28 (256) in 2024
- Previous record: Michael Kim, -27 (257) in 2018
- Largest margin of victory: Michael Kim, 8 shots (2018)
- Course record single round: 10-under 61 (multiple players)
- Youngest winner: Jordan Spieth, 19 years old (2013)
- Most consecutive wins: Steve Stricker, 3 (2009-2011)
Tournament Significance & Benefits
🎯 What Winners Receive
💰 Prize Money
$1.512 million winner's share
🏌️ PGA Tour Status
2-year PGA Tour exemption
📊 FedEx Cup Points
500 FedEx Cup points
🏆 Open Championship
Qualification for The Open (top 5)
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ How much does the John Deere Classic winner receive?
The 2025 winner receives $1.512 million from the total $8.4 million purse, representing 18% of the total prize money according to standard PGA Tour distribution.
❓ Who holds the tournament scoring record?
Davis Thompson set the current record in 2024 with a score of 28-under par (256), breaking Michael Kim's previous record of 27-under par set in 2018.
❓ When is the 2025 John Deere Classic played?
The tournament runs from July 3-6, 2025, at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois, typically the week before The Open Championship.
❓ What makes this tournament special for players?
Beyond prize money, the tournament offers Open Championship qualification for top finishers, 500 FedEx Cup points, and a 2-year PGA Tour exemption for the winner.
Conclusion
The 2025 John Deere Classic continues its tradition as one of the PGA Tour's most exciting mid-summer events. With a substantial $8.4 million purse and $1.512 million winner's share, the tournament attracts top talent competing for both immediate financial rewards and long-term career benefits including Open Championship qualification.
As defending champion Davis Thompson looks to repeat his record-breaking performance, golf fans can expect another thrilling week of low scoring and intense competition at TPC Deere Run.
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