Jordan Spieth and Eric Cole Navigate John Deere Classic Cut
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Jordan Spieth and Eric Cole Navigate John Deere Classic Cut
- Jordan Spieth, a two-time champion, successfully made the 3-under par cut line at the 2026 John Deere Classic after a challenging second round.
- Eric Cole, after an opening round of 76, dramatically shot an 8-under 63 on Friday to reach the cut line, though he ultimately came up just short of advancing.
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The John Deere Classic, a PGA Tour event, is being held from July 2-5, 2026, at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois. The tournament’s cut line for 2026 was set at 3-under par, a notable increase from the 5-under par cut lines in the previous two years, attributed to tougher course conditions, including a revamped fourth hole.
Two-time John Deere Classic winner Jordan Spieth faced an uphill battle during his second round on Friday, July 3. After a difficult start, Spieth managed to secure three birdies in his final eight holes, allowing him to finish precisely at the 3-under par cut line and advance to the weekend. Spieth had previously won the event in 2013 and 2015.
Eric Cole delivered one of the most remarkable turnarounds of the tournament. Following a disappointing 5-over 76 in the first round on Thursday, July 2, Cole rallied to shoot an 8-under 63 on Friday, which included two eagles. This exceptional performance brought him to the cut line, but he ultimately did not make it to the weekend. Cole attributed his improved play to a “nothing to lose” mindset and a new set of irons he received overnight.