Jordan Spieth adjusts schedule for John Deere and Royal Birkdale

Jordan Spieth is returning to the John Deere Classic this week, marking his first appearance at the event since he won in 2015. He has opted to skip the upcoming Scottish Open to better prepare for his return to Royal Birkdale, where he won the 2017 Open Championship. Spieth expressed the importance of practice rounds, especially given recent performances and his current ranking, stating he aims to improve his standing in the FedExCup. He is currently around 50th in the FedExCup, which impacts eligibility for signature events in 2027. Spieth's performance this week could set the stage for his next tournaments.

• 9:32 PMYahoo Sports — Jordan Spieth returns to John Deere with eye on Royal Birkdale and FedExCup