Chris Gotterup wins John Deere Classic, Ben Kohles falters late
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 11:26 PM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
Chris Gotterup secured victory at the John Deere Classic in Silvis, Illinois, shooting a final round of 62 to finish at 20 under par. Ben Kohles needed a par or better on the final hole to force a playoff but ended with a double bogey after hitting his approach shot into the water. Gotterup's win marks his fourth title in the last year, with three victories coming in 2026. Kohles' missed opportunity cost him a chance at a significant prize, as he settled for a tie for third. The tournament featured strong performances, including Max Homa's final round of 64, finishing at 19 under par.
- •Gotterup won with a final-round 62 at TPC Deere Run.
- •Kohles finished with a double bogey on the last hole.
- •Gotterup has won four titles in the past year.
- •Max Homa shot a 64 to finish at 19 under par.
- •Kohles needed par to enter a playoff for the win.
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"The 26-year-old shot a final-round 62 at TPC Deere Run to win his fourth title in the last year while Ben Kohles made double bogey on the last when par would've sent him into a playoff.
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