Sepp Straka Wins John Deere Classic with Dramatic Finish
$8 Million Purse Breakdown
Breakdown of Winnings
The John Deere Classic featured a total purse of $8 million, with the winner receiving $1.44 million. The top 10 finishers received a combined total of $4.1 million, while the remaining participants shared the remaining $3.9 million.
Straka's Victory
Sepp Straka secured his second career PGA Tour win with a remarkable Sunday 62 at the John Deere Classic. His victory earned him the tournament's top prize of $1.44 million. Straka's previous victory came at the 2022 Honda Classic.
Open Championship Implications
The John Deere Classic provided Open Championship qualifying opportunities for the top three finishers. Straka, along with runner-up Chris Kirk and third-place finisher Denny McCarthy, earned spots in the prestigious tournament to be held at Royal Liverpool Golf Club.
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