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Hayden Springer Shoots Historic 59 at John Deere Classic

The 27-year-old golfer's remarkable round ties the course record and gives him a two-shot lead.

  • Springer became the 14th golfer in PGA Tour history to shoot a sub-60 round.
  • He recorded an eagle and six birdies on the front nine, finishing with a 27.
  • Springer holed a 55-yard shot for eagle on the 17th and sank a 12-foot birdie putt on the final hole.
  • His performance follows a challenging period, including the loss of his daughter to Trisomy 18.
  • Springer leads the tournament by four strokes entering the second round.
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