Chris Gotterup tied for lead at John Deere Classic amid strong competition

Chris Gotterup is tied for the lead at the John Deere Classic after shooting a 5-under 66 in the first round and a 68 in the second. The tournament, which is held in Silvis, Illinois, has traditionally seen many top players skip it, but Gotterup chose to participate while preparing to defend his title at the Genesis Scottish Open next week. Other players like Jackson Suber and Lucas Glover have also posted low scores, intensifying the competition as the tournament progresses. Gotterup stated he enjoys the environment of the tournament and has found success here in the past.

• 8:07 PMYahoo Sports — Chris Gotterup contending at John Deere Classic, an event he never considered skipping