The 2025 John Deere Classic returns to TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois-just across the Mississippi River from the Quad Cities-from Thursday, July 3 to Sunday, July 6. With its picturesque layout and deep history dating back to 1971, this tournament offers a refreshing mid-season stage for rising stars and seasoned pros alike, as it sits one week ahead of The Open Championship.
Where Is the John Deere Classic Played?
TPC Deere Run is a par-71 championship course that stretches approximately 7,257 yards through rolling terrain and bentgrass greens. Since 2000, it has hosted the Classic, offering a challenging but fair test-for those who shape shots and manage their way around the course.
How to Watch the 2025 John Deere Classic
Television coverage begins Thursday and Friday, with televised action from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM ET on Golf Channel, which is also streamed live via the NBC Sports app and website. Weekend broadcasts kick off at 1:00 PM ET on Golf Channel and move to CBS from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM ET on Saturday and Sunday.
Meanwhile, PGA Tour Live on ESPN+ offers exclusive early coverage, starting at 7:45 AM ET Thursday and Friday and 8:00 AM ET Saturday and Sunday. Paramount+ streams the CBS broadcast so fans can follow every moment.
Tee Times and Featured Pairings
Gates open early all four days, with the first rounds starting at 7:00 AM CST (8:00 AM ET). Notable early pairing for Round 1 on Thursday, July 3 features Trey Mullinax, Beau Hossler, and David Lipsky at 7:45 AM ET, along with Aldrich Potgieter, Ben Griffin, and Michael Thorbjornsen teeing off in the later slot at 2:00 PM ET. A complete first-round tee sheet is available on PGA Tour’s official site and various golf news platforms.
TPC Deere Run tends to yield low scoring, thanks to its wide fairways and receptive greens, which have consistently produced winning totals well under par. That makes it a great launching point for players trying to build momentum heading into The Open.
Whether you’re tuning in from home or planning to witness the action in person, the 2025 John Deere Classic offers a captivating blend of emerging talent, fan-friendly format, and strategic golf-making it a must-see stop on the PGA Tour calendar.
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