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Campbell Edges Grillo in Playoff to Win John Deere Classic

Securing his second title this season, Campbell’s playoff par positions him on the cusp of a British Open berth.

SILVIS, ILLINOIS - JULY 05: Aldrich Potgieter of South Africa signs autographs following the third round of the John Deere Classic 2025 at TPC Deere Run on July 05, 2025 in Silvis, Illinois. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)
Max Homa of the United States plays his shot from the 15th tee during the third round of the John Deere Classic 2025 at TPC Deere Run on July 05, 2025 in Silvis, Illinois.
SILVIS, ILLINOIS - JULY 06: Brian Campbell of the United States celebrates after winning the John Deere Classic 2025 at TPC Deere Run on July 06, 2025 in Silvis, Illinois.
Max Homa of the United States plays his shot from the second tee during the third round of the John Deere Classic 2025 at TPC Deere Run on July 05, 2025 in Silvis, Illinois.

Overview

  • Brian Campbell closed with a 4-under 67 and beat Emiliano Grillo with a par on the first extra hole to finish at 18-under and claim the John Deere Classic.
  • The victory is Campbell’s second PGA Tour win of 2025, matching Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy and others as multiple-event winners this season.
  • Campbell collected $1.512 million from the $8.4 million purse and moved into contention for an Open Championship alternate list spot.
  • Defending champion Davis Thompson carded a 1-over 72 in the final round and fell well behind the playoff pair.
  • Max Homa posted his best 54-hole total of the season to tie for fifth at 16-under while Aldrich Potgieter withdrew after a third-round 76.