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Doug Ghim Holds One-Shot Lead at John Deere Classic After Opening Round

Ideal conditions at TPC Deere Run yielded a cascade of low scores alongside Stephan Jaeger’s abrupt post-round exit, prompting questions about tour communication

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Max Homa of the United States looks on from the 13th tee during the first round of the John Deere Classic 2025 at TPC Deere Run on July 03, 2025 in Silvis, Illinois.
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Overview

  • Doug Ghim eagled the par-4 sixth and fired a bogey-free 62 to sit at 9-under and lead by one stroke.
  • Max Homa and Austin Eckroat each carded 63s to trail Ghim by a single shot at 8-under.
  • Soft greens and calm winds produced a first-round scoring bonanza, sending 14 players to 65 or better.
  • Stephan Jaeger withdrew after shooting 3-over in round one, drawing scrutiny over the lack of public explanation.
  • The event has produced 24 first-time PGA Tour winners since 1970 and awards FedExCup points, a major exemption and a $1.512 million winner’s purse.